Meadow Bridge, WV

West Virginia

Meadow Bridge is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 504. Residents earn $40,089 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
504 Population 1,326/sq mi density
$40,089 Median Income $17,439 per capita
$108,000 Home Value $139,233 Zillow
$633 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$40,089 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,000 home value, $633/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,089
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,000
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population504
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,326/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,089
Per Capita$17,439
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$271M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,000
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,233

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.0%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation2,444 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+93.4%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Meadow Bridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadow Bridge receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Meadow Bridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meadow Bridge is $40,089, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meadow Bridge is $108,000, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Meadow Bridge 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 40.7 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Meadow Bridge has a population of 504 with a density of 1,326 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

504
Total Population
1,326
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Meadow Bridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meadow Bridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadow Bridge is $40,089, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Meadow Bridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,089
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,439
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$50,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)269
County GDP$271M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare24
Retail28
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,167
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Meadow Bridge is $108,000, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,233.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,000
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,233

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,167
67% below US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Meadow Bridge, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.0% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Meadow Bridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma13.1%
COPD11.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression35.0%
Mental Distress26.1%
Physical Distress18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death18,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Meadow Bridge 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 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,444 ft (745 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,326/sq mi
Coordinates37.8616°N, 80.8571°W
County FIPS54089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,326/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants13
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home1.5%

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