Madison, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Boone County County
Madison, WV
At a Glance
How Madison Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Madison's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Madison a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Madison residents earn a median household income of $57,073 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,987. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 420 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Madison is $127,200 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $142,791. Median rent is $1,015/month, with 21.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Madison reports 186 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 743/100K.
Education
21.5% of adults in Madison hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Madison has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches.