Keystone, WV

West Virginia

Keystone is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 52. Residents earn $21,313 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
52 Population 163/sq mi density
$21,313 Median Income $13,846 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,313
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.5%
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 72.7%
486% higher than US avg

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

People

Population52
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female21% / 79%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,313
Per Capita$13,846
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty72.7%
County GDP$728M
Commute56 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation1,667 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute56 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries4

Is Keystone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keystone receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Keystone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keystone is $21,313, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 72.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Keystone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Keystone has a population of 52 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.6%), with 30.8% Black.

Population

52
Total Population
163
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 21.2%
Female 78.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Keystone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Keystone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keystone is $21,313, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 72.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: Keystone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,313
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,846
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate72.7%
486% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time56.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.4%

Property Tax

In Keystone, 49.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 44.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.5%
54% above US avg
Diabetes20.1%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure47.6%
Asthma15.0%
COPD11.6%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.3%
Physical Inactivity44.2%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress26.2%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate80.8%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Keystone has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,667 ft (508 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density163/sq mi
Coordinates37.4158°N, 81.4462°W
County FIPS54047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score4.81
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density163/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute56.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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