Lubeck, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Lubeck is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,412. Residents earn $69,616 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,412 Population 331/sq mi density
$69,616 Median Income $39,311 per capita
$240,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$69,616 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$240,500 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,616
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $240,500
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,412
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density331/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,616
Per Capita$39,311
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,743M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation993 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+94.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Libraries5

Is Lubeck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lubeck receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lubeck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lubeck is $69,616, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lubeck is $240,500, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lubeck experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lubeck has a population of 1,412 with a density of 331 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,412
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lubeck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lubeck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lubeck is $69,616, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lubeck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,616
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,311
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,634
County GDP$4,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare293
Retail336
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lubeck is $240,500, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,500
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied94.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Lubeck, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression31.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death11,836/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities293

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Lubeck has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation993 ft (303 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates39.2302°N, 81.6124°W
County FIPS54107
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score4.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density331/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants209
Retail Stores336

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home5.2%

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