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Kimball, WV

West Virginia

Kimball is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 219.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
219 Population 359/sq mi density
$30,000 Home Value
$605 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $30,000
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $605
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.8%
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,204
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$728M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$30,000
Rent$605
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units350
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity48.8%
Uninsured12.8%
Smoking26.3%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,559 ft (475 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Broadband74.3%
Libraries4

Is Kimball a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kimball receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Kimball stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kimball is $30,000, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $605 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kimball experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kimball has a population of 219 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (59.4%), with 37.4% White.

Population

219
Total Population
359
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32%
Female 68%

Race & Ethnicity

Kimball vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kimball vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kimball is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Kimball vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,204
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone60.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kimball is $30,000, 89% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $605 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$30,000
89% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$605
48% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied19.1%
Housing Units350
Median Year Built2003

Property Tax

In Kimball, 48.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 26.3% are current smokers. 29.2% report depression. 43.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.8%
52% above US avg
Diabetes19.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure47.5%
Asthma14.7%
COPD11.5%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.3%
88% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.3%
Physical Inactivity43.0%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress25.6%
Physical Distress19.2%
Short Sleep52.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured12.8%
49% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.0%
Dental Visits41.0%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33
Kimball has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,559 ft (475 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density359/sq mi
Coordinates37.4200°N, 81.5149°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
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. 74.3% 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+98.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density359/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone60.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

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