Middlebourne, WV

West Virginia

Middlebourne is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 895. Residents earn $62,083 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
895 Population 2,486/sq mi density
$62,083 Median Income $36,066 per capita
$117,100 Home Value $116,546 Zillow
$518 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$62,083 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,100 home value, $518/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,083
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,100
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $518
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population895
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density2,486/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,083
Per Capita$36,066
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$1,454M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,100
Rent$518
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,546

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation680 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+92.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Middlebourne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middlebourne receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Middlebourne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middlebourne is $62,083, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middlebourne is $117,100, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $518 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Middlebourne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Middlebourne has a population of 895 with a density of 2,486 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

895
Total Population
2,486
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Middlebourne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Middlebourne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middlebourne is $62,083, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Middlebourne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,083
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,066
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$104,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)175
County GDP$1,454M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare15
Retail24
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,880
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Middlebourne is $117,100, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $518 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,546.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,100
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$116,546

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$518
55% 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,880
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Middlebourne, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.7% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death10,212/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access68.1%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Middlebourne has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation680 ft (207 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,486/sq mi
Coordinates39.4949°N, 80.9106°W
County FIPS54095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 67.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.6%
24% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score4.81
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2,486/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants10
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home1.3%

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