Home Value $209,600

26% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.9%

56% lower than US avg

Median Rent $317

73% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.8%

40% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.5%

81% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 40.6%

227% higher than US avg

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

People

Population539

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density102/mi²

Male / Female30% / 70%

Largest GroupWhite 71%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$9,964

Unemployment6.5%

Poverty40.6%

County GDP$968M

Commute46 min

Housing

Home Value$209,600

Rent$317

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units264

Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity44.8%

Uninsured13.2%

Smoking29.4%

Depression37.0%

Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain48.3 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation811 ft (247 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.9%

High School+79.9%

Graduate+4.1%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%

Commute46 min

Broadband92.0%

Libraries5

Is Red Jacket a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Jacket receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Red Jacket has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 40.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Red Jacket is $209,600, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $317 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Jacket enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Red Jacket has a population of 539 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.7%), with 26.2% Black.

Population

539

Total Population

102

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

5.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.7%

Female 70.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Jacket vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Red Jacket vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Jacket is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Red Jacket vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$9,964
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,169
IRS Avg AGI	$49,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.5%
	81% above US avg
Poverty Rate	40.6%
	227% above US avg
Establishments (County)	558
County GDP	$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants	27
Healthcare	39
Retail	57
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,144
	67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	45.8 min
Drive Alone	73.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Jacket is $209,600, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $317 (73% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$209,600
	26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$317
	73% below US avg
Rent Burden	34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	86.7%
Housing Units	264
Median Year Built	1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,144
	67% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.55%

In Red Jacket, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 29.4% are current smokers. 37.0% report depression. 44.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Red Jacket vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.8%
	40% above US avg
Diabetes	16.8%
Heart Disease	8.3%
High Blood Pressure	43.9%
Asthma	14.4%
COPD	13.9%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	29.4%
	110% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.5%
Physical Inactivity	44.4%
Depression	37.0%
Mental Distress	27.9%
Physical Distress	21.6%
Short Sleep	50.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.9%
Uninsured	13.2%
	53% above US avg
Checkup Rate	78.5%
Dental Visits	40.3%
Premature Death	22,437/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	36.8%
Healthcare Facilities	39

Red Jacket has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	57.7°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.3 inches
	27% above US avg
Snowfall	13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	811 ft (247 m)
Area	5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density	102/sq mi
Coordinates	37.6488°N, 82.1316°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54059

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%

D 12.5%

Winner: Republican by 73.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.9%
	56% below US avg
High School+	79.9%
Graduate Degree+	4.1%
School Test Score	4.81

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	102/sq mi
Total Area	5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	39
Restaurants	27
Retail Stores	57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	45.8 min
Drive Alone	73.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Red Jacket, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Red Jacket a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Red Jacket vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Red Jacket vs U.S. Average

Income: Red Jacket vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Red Jacket vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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