North Hills, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

North Hills is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 971. Residents earn $143,125 per year, which is 90% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
971 Population 1,704/sq mi density
$143,125 Median Income $49,676 per capita
$254,700 Home Value $307,670 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$143,125 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$254,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $143,125
90% higher than US avg
Home Value $254,700
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.5%
62% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population971
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density1,704/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$143,125
Per Capita$49,676
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$4,743M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$254,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$307,670

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation792 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.5%
High School+98.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute16 min
Broadband99.7%
Libraries5

Is North Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. North Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Hills is $143,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 90% above $75,149. This places North Hills among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Hills is $254,700, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

North Hills is a highly educated community — 54.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

North Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

North Hills has a population of 971 with a density of 1,704 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

971
Total Population
1,704
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

North Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Hills is $143,125, which is 90% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: North Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$143,125
90% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,676
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,634
County GDP$4,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare293
Retail336
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in North Hills is $254,700, 10% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,670.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,700
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$307,670
Median List Price$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,000
$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In North Hills, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.2% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death11,836/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities293

Crime Rates: North Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

North Hills has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation792 ft (241 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,704/sq mi
Coordinates39.3151°N, 81.5088°W
County FIPS54107
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 54.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.1-point margin. 99.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.5%
62% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,704/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants209
Retail Stores336

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

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