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Quinwood, WV

West Virginia

Quinwood is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 152. Residents earn $25,417 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
152 Population 434/sq mi density
$25,417 Median Income $14,779 per capita
$70,800 Home Value
$781 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,417 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,800 home value, $781/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,417
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,800
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.8%
285% higher than US avg

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

People

Population152
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density434/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,417
Per Capita$14,779
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty47.8%
County GDP$883M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,800
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity45.0%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking29.5%
Depression35.7%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation3,049 ft (929 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries3

Is Quinwood a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quinwood is $25,417, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 47.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quinwood is $70,800, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Quinwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Quinwood has a population of 152 with a density of 434 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 7.9% Hispanic.

Population

152
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Quinwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quinwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quinwood is $25,417, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Quinwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,417
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,779
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$56,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate47.8%
285% above US avg
Establishments (County)827
County GDP$883M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare67
Retail94
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,314
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Quinwood is $70,800, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,800
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,314
34% below US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Quinwood, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 29.5% are current smokers. 35.7% report depression. 42.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure42.4%
Asthma14.2%
COPD14.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.5%
111% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity42.1%
Depression35.7%
Mental Distress27.9%
Physical Distress21.8%
Short Sleep42.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits40.0%
Premature Death14,497/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities67
Quinwood has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,049 ft (929 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates38.0585°N, 80.7059°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.3%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density434/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants59
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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