Mitchell Heights, WV

West Virginia

Mitchell Heights is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 420. Residents earn $66,563 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
420 Population 1,235/sq mi density
$66,563 Median Income $36,789 per capita
$161,500 Home Value $192,278 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,563 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,500 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,563
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,500
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population420
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density1,235/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,563
Per Capita$36,789
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,278
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation992 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+95.9%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries3

Is Mitchell Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mitchell Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mitchell Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mitchell Heights is $66,563, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mitchell Heights is $161,500, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mitchell Heights 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.

Mitchell Heights has a population of 420 with a density of 1,235 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

420
Total Population
1,235
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.7%
Female 64.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mitchell Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mitchell Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mitchell Heights is $66,563, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Mitchell Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,563
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,789
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below 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 Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mitchell Heights is $161,500, 43% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,278.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,500
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,278

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Mitchell Heights, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.6% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mitchell Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression34.6%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Mitchell Heights 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

Elevation992 ft (302 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Coordinates37.9087°N, 81.9866°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 43.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score4.81
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

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