Philippi, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Taylor County County
Philippi, WV
At a Glance
How Philippi Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Philippi's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Philippi a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Philippi residents earn a median household income of $43,203 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,273. The unemployment rate stands at 10.2% (183% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 339 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Philippi is $110,900 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $134,815. Median rent is $780/month, with 27.0% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Philippi reports 138 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 794/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Philippi hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Philippi has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches.