Kimberly, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Kimberly is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 260. Residents earn $12,566 per year, which is 83% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
260 Population 292/sq mi density
$12,566 Median Income $4,859 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$12,566 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,566
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population260
Median Age9.3 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$12,566
Per Capita$4,859
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$1,578M
Commute7 min

Health

Obesity43.3%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking25.5%
Depression34.5%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation644 ft (196 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute7 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries8

Is Kimberly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kimberly receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kimberly has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kimberly is $12,566, 83% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kimberly enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kimberly has a population of 260 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 9.3 years, 76% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

260
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
9.3yrs
Median Age
76% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kimberly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kimberly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kimberly is $12,566, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Kimberly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,566
83% below US avg
Per Capita Income$4,859
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$50,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,186
County GDP$1,578M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare97
Retail114
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,905
46% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.6 min
Drive Alone49.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Kimberly, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 25.5% are current smokers. 34.5% report depression. 37.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma13.6%
COPD11.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.5%
82% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity37.6%
Depression34.5%
Mental Distress26.1%
Physical Distress19.1%
Short Sleep50.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits45.2%
Premature Death15,973/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities97
Kimberly has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates38.1408°N, 81.2967°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants81
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.6 min
Drive Alone49.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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