Pineville, WV

West Virginia

Pineville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 463. Residents earn $42,037 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
463 Population 601/sq mi density
$42,037 Median Income $30,082 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $73,164 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$42,037 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,037
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population463
Median Age65.9 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C
Median Income$42,037
Per Capita$30,082
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$73,164

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.5%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation1,373 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+95.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute15 min
Libraries4

Is Pineville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pineville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pineville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pineville is $42,037, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pineville is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pineville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pineville has a population of 463 with a density of 601 people per square mile. The median age is 65.9 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

463
Total Population
601
People / sq mi
65.9yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pineville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pineville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pineville is $42,037, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Pineville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,037
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$53,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare26
Retail61
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pineville is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $73,164.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$73,164

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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg
Effective Rate0.74%
In Pineville, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.5% report depression. 39.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.2%
41% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma13.5%
COPD12.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity39.9%
Depression34.5%
Mental Distress26.3%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death17,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access26.1%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Pineville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall20.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,373 ft (418 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates37.5845°N, 81.5364°W
County FIPS54109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants23
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Work from Home7.0%

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