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Mill Creek, WV

West Virginia

Mill Creek is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 699. Residents earn $47,457 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
699 Population 1,520/sq mi density
$47,457 Median Income $25,647 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $125,001 Zillow
$842 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,457 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $842/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,457
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.3%
57% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population699
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density1,520/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,457
Per Capita$25,647
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,145M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,001
Housing Units309
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity50.3%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking28.2%
Depression35.5%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2,071 ft (631 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries6

Is Mill Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mill Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mill Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mill Creek is $47,457, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mill Creek is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mill Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 68.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mill Creek has a population of 699 with a density of 1,520 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%).

Population

699
Total Population
1,520
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mill Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mill Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mill Creek is $47,457, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Mill Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,457
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,647
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$57,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,002
County GDP$1,145M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare97
Retail109
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mill Creek is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,001.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,001

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units309
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
In Mill Creek, 50.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 28.2% are current smokers. 35.5% report depression. 40.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mill Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.3%
57% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure43.2%
Asthma13.3%
COPD12.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking28.2%
101% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity40.0%
Depression35.5%
Mental Distress26.3%
Physical Distress20.1%
Short Sleep46.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits41.0%
Premature Death10,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities97
Mill Creek has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall68.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,071 ft (631 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,520/sq mi
Coordinates38.7319°N, 79.9725°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.1-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,520/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants57
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

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