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Montrose, WV

West Virginia

Montrose is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 310. Residents earn $83,125 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
310 Population 492/sq mi density
$83,125 Median Income $23,199 per capita
$191,300 Home Value $138,565 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,300 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,125
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $191,300
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population310
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density492/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,125
Per Capita$23,199
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$781M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,565
Housing Units100
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity44.6%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking18.9%
Depression33.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,010 ft (613 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries2

Is Montrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montrose receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Montrose stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montrose is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montrose is $191,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Montrose experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 57.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Montrose has a population of 310 with a density of 492 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

310
Total Population
492
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.1%
Female 31.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Montrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Montrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montrose is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Montrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,125
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,199
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$55,465

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)394
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare32
Retail30
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,557
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Montrose is $191,300, 32% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,300
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.7%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,557
56% below US avg
Effective Rate0.81%
In Montrose, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 33.5% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression33.5%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep44.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death12,789/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access14.5%
Healthcare Facilities32
Montrose has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall57.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,010 ft (613 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density492/sq mi
Coordinates39.0673°N, 79.8143°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.6-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.3%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density492/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants27
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Nearby Cities

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