Reedsville, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Reedsville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 652. Residents earn $59,000 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
652 Population 1,003/sq mi density
$59,000 Median Income $33,213 per capita
$178,400 Home Value $191,902 Zillow
$1,045 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$59,000 median income, 18.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,400 home value, $1,045/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,000
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,400
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,045
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.0%
400% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population652
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density1,003/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,000
Per Capita$33,213
Unemployment18.0%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,400
Rent$1,045
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,902
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property496/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation1,801 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+92.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries2

Is Reedsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reedsville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Reedsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reedsville is $59,000, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.0%, unemployment is notably high. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reedsville is $178,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,045 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Reedsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 496 per 100,000, 75% below the national average.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Reedsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Reedsville has a population of 652 with a density of 1,003 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

652
Total Population
1,003
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Reedsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reedsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reedsville is $59,000, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Reedsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,000
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,213
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.0%
400% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)884
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare53
Retail78
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Reedsville is $178,400, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,045 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,902.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,400
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,902

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,045
10% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

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

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Reedsville, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53
Reedsville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 496 per 100,000 (75% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property495.9/100K
75% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft495.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Reedsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,801 ft (549 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,003/sq mi
Coordinates39.5103°N, 79.8005°W
County FIPS54077
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,003/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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