Pax, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Pax is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 94. Residents earn $26,979 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
94 Population 495/sq mi density
$26,979 Median Income $23,701 per capita
$47,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,979 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,300 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,979
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,300
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.0%
158% higher than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age62.2 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans81.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,979
Per Capita$23,701
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.0%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation1,650 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+71.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries5

Is Pax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pax receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pax is $26,979, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pax is $47,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pax experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pax has a population of 94 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 11.7% Black.

Population

94
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
62.2yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Pax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pax is $26,979, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Pax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,979
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.0%
158% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pax is $47,300, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,300
83% below US avg

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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Rate5.78%
In Pax, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma12.8%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress24.8%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pax has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,650 ft (503 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates37.9099°N, 81.2648°W
County FIPS54081
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 54.3-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+71.2%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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