Lumberport, WV

West Virginia

Lumberport is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 756. Residents earn $49,659 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
756 Population 1,512/sq mi density
$49,659 Median Income $36,815 per capita
$122,600 Home Value $104,704 Zillow
$692 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$49,659 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,600 home value, $692/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,659
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population756
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density1,512/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,659
Per Capita$36,815
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$6,048M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,600
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,704
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation921 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+86.9%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband91.3%
Libraries5

Is Lumberport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lumberport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lumberport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lumberport is $49,659, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.5% 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 Lumberport is $122,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lumberport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lumberport has a population of 756 with a density of 1,512 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

756
Total Population
1,512
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68%
Female 32%

Race & Ethnicity

Lumberport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lumberport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lumberport is $49,659, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lumberport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,659
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,815
Avg Weekly Wage$1,236
IRS Avg AGI$71,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,482
County GDP$6,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare228
Retail269
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lumberport is $122,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,704.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,704

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% 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-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Lumberport, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death11,897/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access75.8%
Healthcare Facilities228

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Lumberport has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall23.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation921 ft (281 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,512/sq mi
Coordinates39.3742°N, 80.3483°W
County FIPS54033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,512/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants170
Retail Stores269

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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