Kanawha, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Kanawha is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 130. Residents earn $65,469 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
130 Population 148/sq mi density
$65,469 Median Income $42,926 per capita
$195,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,469 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,800 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,469
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

How Kanawha Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population130
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,469
Per Capita$42,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$4,743M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation621 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.11

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries5

Is Kanawha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kanawha receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kanawha stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kanawha is $65,469, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kanawha is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kanawha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Kanawha has a population of 130 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

130
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kanawha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kanawha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kanawha is $65,469, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Kanawha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,469
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,634
County GDP$4,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare293
Retail336
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kanawha is $195,800, 31% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,800
31% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$829
2 Bedrooms$1,036
3 Bedrooms$1,325
4 Bedrooms$1,372

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Kanawha, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.1% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kanawha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression33.1%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death11,836/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities293

Crime Rates: Kanawha vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Kanawha has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood
Good Days %77.8%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation621 ft (189 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates39.2041°N, 81.4578°W
County FIPS54107
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.1-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.11
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density148/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants209
Retail Stores336

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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