Lavalette, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Lavalette is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 795. Residents earn $68,015 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
795 Population 305/sq mi density
$68,015 Median Income $29,601 per capita
$214,700 Home Value $165,558 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,015 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$214,700 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,015
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,700
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.2%
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population795
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,015
Per Capita$29,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,347M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,558

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation567 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.2%
High School+95.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Lavalette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lavalette receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lavalette stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lavalette is $68,015, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lavalette is $214,700, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lavalette enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lavalette has a population of 795 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

795
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lavalette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lavalette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lavalette is $68,015, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lavalette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,015
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,601
Avg Weekly Wage$1,152
IRS Avg AGI$56,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)704
County GDP$1,347M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare45
Retail87
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lavalette is $214,700, 24% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,558.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,700
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,558

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Rate0.87%
In Lavalette, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.5% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression32.5%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death16,601/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access44.1%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Lavalette has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation567 ft (173 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates38.3224°N, 82.4479°W
County FIPS54099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 47.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.2%
40% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants40
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home5.0%

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