West Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Rand is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 915. Residents earn $36,964 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Rand receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Rand is $36,964, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Rand is $84,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $903 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Rand enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 31.5 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 | $36,964 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,899 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,301 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.4% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,860 |
| County GDP | $14,448M |
| Restaurants | 428 |
| Healthcare | 645 |
| Retail | 626 |
| Manufacturing | 94 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.99% |
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
| Census Median | $84,900 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $903 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.99% |
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.9% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.2% |
| Depression | 30.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,979/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 606 ft (185 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,989/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2816°N, 81.5654°W |
| County FIPS | 54039 |
Winner: Republican by 17.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.3% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,989/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
| Restaurants | 428 |
| Retail Stores | 626 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Avg Commute | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |