West Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Prichard is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 434. Residents earn $90,795 per year, which is 21% above the national average.
Based on current data, Prichard receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Prichard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Prichard is $90,795, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 27.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Prichard is $94,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Prichard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 19.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $90,795 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,150 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,139 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,553 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.8% |
| 124% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,796 |
| County GDP | $3,758M |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Healthcare | 156 |
| Retail | 223 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,902 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.15% |
| Commute Time | 36.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $94,000 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $155,076 |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,902 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.15% |
| Obesity | 43.3% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.5% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 34.4% |
| Mental Distress | 24.8% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,628/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 156 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.1 inches |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 19.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 583 ft (178 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 391/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2368°N, 82.6039°W |
| County FIPS | 21019 |
Winner: Republican by 38.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 391/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 156 |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Retail Stores | 223 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 36.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |