Pratt, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Pratt is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 406. Residents earn $61,042 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
406 Population 1,400/sq mi density
$61,042 Median Income $28,348 per capita
$128,700 Home Value $112,224 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$61,042 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,700 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,042
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,700
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,042
Per Capita$28,348
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,224
Rent Burden23.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.5%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation659 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+99.6%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute30 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries13

Is Pratt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pratt receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, high obesity rates. Pratt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pratt is $61,042, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pratt is $128,700, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pratt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pratt has a population of 406 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

406
Total Population
1,400
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pratt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pratt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pratt is $61,042, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pratt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,042
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,348
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$70,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,860
County GDP$14,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants428
Healthcare645
Retail626
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pratt is $128,700, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,224.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,700
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,224

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Pratt, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.5% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure42.3%
Asthma12.8%
COPD10.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression34.5%
Mental Distress26.1%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death14,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities645

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Pratt has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Coordinates38.2076°N, 81.3873°W
County FIPS54039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+99.6%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities645
Restaurants428
Retail Stores626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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