Pine Grove, WV

West Virginia

Pine Grove is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 323. Residents earn $53,500 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
323 Population 923/sq mi density
$53,500 Median Income $23,277 per capita
$98,500 Home Value $71,886 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$53,500 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,500 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,500
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.1%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.4%
129% higher than US avg

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

People

Population323
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density923/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$53,500
Per Capita$23,277
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty28.4%
County GDP$1,371M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,886
Housing Units208
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity44.1%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking24.7%
Depression34.8%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 21%
Commute44 min
Broadband82.8%
Libraries4

Is Pine Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Grove receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pine Grove has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Grove is $53,500, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Grove is $98,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pine Grove has a population of 323 with a density of 923 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

323
Total Population
923
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pine Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Grove is $53,500, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Pine Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,500
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,277
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$73,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.4%
129% above US avg
Establishments (County)453
County GDP$1,371M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare39
Retail67
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,525
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Grove is $98,500, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,886.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,500
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$71,886

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.0%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,525
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Pine Grove, 44.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 24.7% are current smokers. 34.8% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.1%
37% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma13.3%
COPD11.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.7%
76% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression34.8%
Mental Distress25.8%
Physical Distress18.3%
Short Sleep47.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits48.7%
Premature Death15,541/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities39
Pine Grove has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density923/sq mi
Coordinates39.5635°N, 80.6848°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.5-point margin. 82.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 55.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density923/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants34
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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