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Kopperston, WV

West Virginia

Kopperston is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 717. Residents earn $22,500 per year, which is 70% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
717 Population 375/sq mi density
$22,500 Median Income $8,892 per capita
$45,800 Home Value $47,670 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$22,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,800 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,500
70% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,800
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.5%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 90.6%
631% higher than US avg

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

People

Population717
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density375/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$22,500
Per Capita$8,892
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty90.6%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$47,670
Housing Units295
Rent Burden31.7%

Health

Obesity47.5%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking32.6%
Depression35.9%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,187 ft (667 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+42.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute26 min
Broadband70.7%
Libraries4

Is Kopperston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kopperston receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Kopperston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kopperston is $22,500, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 90.6% 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 Kopperston is $45,800, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Kopperston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kopperston has a population of 717 with a density of 375 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

717
Total Population
375
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.1%
Female 63.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kopperston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kopperston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kopperston is $22,500, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 90.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Kopperston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,500
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$8,892
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$53,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate90.6%
631% above US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare26
Retail61
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kopperston is $45,800, 84% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $47,670.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,800
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$47,670

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.9%
Housing Units295
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Kopperston, 47.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% of residents lack health insurance. 32.6% are current smokers. 35.9% report depression. 45.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.5%
48% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure45.3%
Asthma14.1%
COPD15.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking32.6%
133% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity45.8%
Depression35.9%
Mental Distress28.0%
Physical Distress23.0%
Short Sleep45.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits42.3%
Premature Death17,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access26.1%
Healthcare Facilities26
Kopperston has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,187 ft (667 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density375/sq mi
Coordinates37.7496°N, 81.5765°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 73-point margin. 70.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+42.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density375/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants23
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.5%

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