Raysal, WV

West Virginia

Raysal is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 299.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
299 Population 243/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,163 per capita
$66,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $66,200
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population299
Median Age58.6 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,163
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$728M
Commute68 min

Housing

Home Value$66,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.3%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation1,824 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.4%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute68 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries4

Is Raysal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raysal receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Raysal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 68 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raysal is $66,200, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Raysal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Raysal has a population of 299 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 58.6 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

299
Total Population
243
People / sq mi
58.6yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Raysal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Raysal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raysal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 68 minutes.

Income: Raysal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time67.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Raysal is $66,200, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,200
77% below US avg

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-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

In Raysal, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.3% report depression. 41.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma14.0%
COPD13.7%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity41.4%
Depression35.3%
Mental Distress27.0%
Physical Distress20.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Raysal has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,824 ft (556 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density243/sq mi
Coordinates37.3422°N, 81.7727°W
County FIPS54047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 60.4-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density243/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute67.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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