West Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Morgantown is a mid-size city in West Virginia with a population of 30,273. Residents earn $42,245 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Morgantown receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Morgantown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Morgantown is $42,245, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Morgantown is $238,200, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Morgantown is below the national average at 260 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,553 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.
Morgantown is a highly educated community — 58.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Morgantown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 92.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.8% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,245 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,286 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,065 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,346 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.0% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 884 |
| County GDP | $1,012M |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 78 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,185 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.92% |
| Commute Time | 17.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
| Census Median | $238,200 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $271,933 |
| Median List Price | $305,000 |
| Median List Price | $305,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $158 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.1% |
| Price Drops | 8.9% |
| Inventory | 56 |
| Census Median Rent | $888 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,261 |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,185 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.92% |
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 29.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,315/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
| Total Violent | 260.4/100K |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Murder | 6.4/100K |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Rape | 35.4/100K |
| Robbery | 80.4/100K |
| Assault | 138.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,552.8/100K |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 517.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,954.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 80.4/100K |
| Arson | 12.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 43.2 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,214 ft (370 m) |
| Area | 10.2 sq mi (26.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,974/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6375°N, 79.9469°W |
| County FIPS | 54077 |
Winner: Republican by 57 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 58.1% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,974/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 18 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 24 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Retail Stores | 78 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 17.3 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |