Nitro, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Putnam County County
Nitro, WV
At a Glance
How Nitro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Nitro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Nitro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Nitro residents earn a median household income of $52,247 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,761. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,894 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Nitro is $120,400 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $143,074. Median rent is $916/month, with 24.6% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
Nitro reports 157 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,774/100K.
Education
15.2% of adults in Nitro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Nitro has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches.