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Kermit, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Martin County County
Kermit, WV
At a Glance
How Kermit Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kermit's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kermit a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kermit residents earn a median household income of $32,750 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,452. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 222 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kermit is $115,600 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $91,952. Median rent is $784/month, with 35.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Kermit reports 489 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,500/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Kermit hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 76.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kermit has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.