McConnell, WV

West Virginia

McConnell is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 837. Residents earn $27,935 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
837 Population 2,700/sq mi density
$27,935 Median Income $27,929 per capita
$91,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$27,935 median income, 15.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$91,700 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,935
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.3%
314% higher than US avg

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

People

Population837
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density2,700/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

F
Median Income$27,935
Per Capita$27,929
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty51.3%
County GDP$2,101M

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression36.6%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation979 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+94.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is McConnell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McConnell receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. McConnell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McConnell is $27,935, 63% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 51.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McConnell is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.8% 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

McConnell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

McConnell has a population of 837 with a density of 2,700 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

837
Total Population
2,700
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

McConnell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McConnell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McConnell is $27,935, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 51.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: McConnell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,935
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,929
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate51.3%
314% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McConnell is $91,700, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% below US avg

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-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In McConnell, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 36.6% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma13.0%
COPD11.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression36.6%
Mental Distress25.8%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

McConnell has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation979 ft (298 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,700/sq mi
Coordinates37.8286°N, 81.9638°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,700/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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