Prichard, WV

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.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
434 Population 391/sq mi density
$90,795 Median Income $43,150 per capita
$94,000 Home Value $155,076 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$90,795 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,795
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $94,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.8%
124% higher than US avg

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

People

Population434
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density391/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$90,795
Per Capita$43,150
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty27.8%
County GDP$3,758M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,076

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.4%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Elevation583 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+91.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute36 min
Libraries3

Is Prichard a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Prichard has a population of 434 with a density of 391 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

434
Total Population
391
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Prichard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Prichard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prichard is $90,795, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Prichard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,795
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$63,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.8%
124% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,796
County GDP$3,758M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare156
Retail223
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Prichard is $94,000, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,076.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,000
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,076

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-Occupied59.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.15%
In Prichard, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.4% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma13.2%
COPD10.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression34.4%
Mental Distress24.8%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death13,628/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities156

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Prichard has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall19.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation583 ft (178 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density391/sq mi
Coordinates38.2368°N, 82.6039°W
County FIPS21019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density391/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants131
Retail Stores223

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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