Matheny, WV

West Virginia

Matheny is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 403.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
403 Population 115/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,776 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,776
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation1,348 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+80.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute38 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries4

Is Matheny a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matheny receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Matheny has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Matheny experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Matheny has a population of 403 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

403
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Matheny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Matheny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matheny is N/A. 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 38 minutes.

Income: Matheny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,776
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$53,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare26
Retail61
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg
In Matheny, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.2% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma13.5%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression34.2%
Mental Distress24.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death17,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access26.1%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Matheny has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates37.6635°N, 81.5986°W
County FIPS54109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+80.0%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants23
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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