Parkersburg, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Wood County County
Parkersburg, WV
At a Glance
How Parkersburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Parkersburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Parkersburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Parkersburg residents earn a median household income of $44,675 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,664. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,634 business establishments, including 209 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Parkersburg is $113,900 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $151,152. Median rent is $746/month, with 31.0% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Parkersburg reports 260 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,252/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
18.5% of adults in Parkersburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Parkersburg 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 totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.