Moorefield, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Hardy County County
Moorefield, WV
At a Glance
How Moorefield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Moorefield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Moorefield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Moorefield residents earn a median household income of $47,308 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,688. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 456 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Moorefield is $121,400 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,149. Median rent is $665/month, with 22.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Moorefield reports 927 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 144% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,815/100K.
Education
7.5% of adults in Moorefield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 86.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Moorefield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches.