Mason, WV

West Virginia

Mason is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 863. Residents earn $47,112 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
863 Population 1,488/sq mi density
$47,112 Median Income $28,546 per capita
$91,900 Home Value $104,183 Zillow
$870 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
105 Violent Crime/100K 1,789 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,112 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,900 home value, $870/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
105 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,112
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,900
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 105/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population863
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density1,488/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,112
Per Capita$28,546
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$507M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,900
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,183
Rent Burden23.1%

Crime

F
Violent105/100K
Property1,789/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault105/100K
Burglary421/100K

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.3%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation588 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+85.3%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.9%
Libraries4

Is Mason a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mason receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mason has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mason is $47,112, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mason is $91,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mason is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,789 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mason experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 17.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mason has a population of 863 with a density of 1,488 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

863
Total Population
1,488
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mason vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mason vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mason is $47,112, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Mason vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,112
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,546
Avg Weekly Wage$804
IRS Avg AGI$53,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)360
County GDP$507M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare38
Retail64
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Mason is $91,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,183.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,900
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,183

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$667
1 Bedroom$793
2 Bedrooms$869
3 Bedrooms$1,081
4 Bedrooms$1,151

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Mason, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.3% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma13.3%
COPD11.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression34.3%
Mental Distress25.2%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death14,804/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access44.6%
Healthcare Facilities38
Mason has a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,789 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent105.3/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault105.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,789.5/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary421.1/100K
Theft1,368.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mason has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall17.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation588 ft (179 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,488/sq mi
Coordinates39.0165°N, 82.0330°W
County FIPS39105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,488/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants24
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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