Raymond City, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Raymond City is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 116.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
116 Population 322/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $16,060 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.3%
378% higher than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age8.5 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,060
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty59.3%
County GDP$3,832M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation901 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+69.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries5

Is Raymond City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raymond City receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Raymond City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 59.3% 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.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Raymond City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Raymond City has a population of 116 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 8.5 years, 78% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

116
Total Population
322
People / sq mi
8.5yrs
Median Age
78% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Raymond City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Raymond City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raymond City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 59.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Raymond City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,060
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$78,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate59.3%
378% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,894
County GDP$3,832M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare137
Retail171
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone29.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
In Raymond City, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.5% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Raymond City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities137

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Raymond City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation901 ft (275 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density322/sq mi
Coordinates38.4862°N, 81.8193°W
County FIPS54079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.3-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+69.2%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density322/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities137
Restaurants100
Retail Stores171

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone29.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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