Osage, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Osage is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 26.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
26 Population 144/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population26
Median AgeN/A
Density144/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans26.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$9,411M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation924 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
CommuteN/A
Broadband26.0%
Libraries5

Is Osage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Osage receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Osage stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Osage experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Osage has a population of 26 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

26
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Osage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Osage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Osage is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Osage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,266
IRS Avg AGI$85,827

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,162
County GDP$9,411M

Business (County)

Restaurants346
Healthcare290
Retail368
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,192
9% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,192
9% below US avg
In Osage, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death7,459/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities290

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Osage has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates39.6593°N, 80.0069°W
County FIPS54061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities290
Restaurants346
Retail Stores368

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

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