Median Income $32,750

56% lower than US avg

Home Value $115,600

59% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.9%

47% lower than US avg

Median Rent $784

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.9%

37% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.5%

108% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 29.7%

140% higher than US avg

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

People

Population195

Median Age34.1 yrs

Density500/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans14.9%

Economy

Median Income$32,750

Per Capita$20,452

Unemployment7.5%

Poverty29.7%

County GDP$290M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$115,600

Rent$784

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$91,952

Housing Units111

Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity43.9%

Uninsured13.8%

Smoking31.0%

Depression36.7%

Heart Disease9.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain49.1 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation629 ft (192 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.9%

High School+76.4%

Graduate+8.7%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%

Commute26 min

Broadband75.0%

Libraries2

Is Kermit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kermit receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Kermit has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kermit is $32,750, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kermit is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $784 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kermit experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kermit has a population of 195 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

195

Total Population

500

People / sq mi

34.1yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kermit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kermit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kermit is $32,750, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Kermit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$32,750
	56% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,452
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,004
IRS Avg AGI	$46,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.5%
	108% above US avg
Poverty Rate	29.7%
	140% above US avg
Establishments (County)	222
County GDP	$290M

Business (County)

Restaurants	15
Healthcare	18
Retail	36
Manufacturing	5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,400
	31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kermit is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $784 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $91,952.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$115,600
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$91,952

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$784
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$714
1 Bedroom	$766
2 Bedrooms	$945
3 Bedrooms	$1,231
4 Bedrooms	$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	41.3%
Housing Units	111
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,400
	31% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.08%

In Kermit, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.8% of residents lack health insurance. 31.0% are current smokers. 36.7% report depression. 44.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.9%
	37% above US avg
Diabetes	16.7%
Heart Disease	9.2%
High Blood Pressure	44.0%
Asthma	13.7%
COPD	14.6%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	31.0%
	121% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.3%
Physical Inactivity	44.3%
Depression	36.7%
Mental Distress	27.8%
Physical Distress	21.9%
Short Sleep	50.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.4%
Uninsured	13.8%
	60% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.2%
Dental Visits	40.9%
Premature Death	14,341/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.5/10
Exercise Access	35.6%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Kermit has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	55.1°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	49.1 inches
	29% above US avg
Snowfall	17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	629 ft (192 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	500/sq mi
Coordinates	37.8425°N, 82.4086°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	21159

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.5%

D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.9%
	47% below US avg
High School+	76.4%
Graduate Degree+	8.7%
School Test Score	4.81

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	500/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	75.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	15
Retail Stores	36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Kermit, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Kermit a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kermit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kermit vs U.S. Average

Income: Kermit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities