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Reedy, WV

West Virginia

Reedy is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 182. Residents earn $31,875 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
182 Population 910/sq mi density
$31,875 Median Income $14,365 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $130,791 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$31,875 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,875
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.5%
210% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density910/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,875
Per Capita$14,365
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$367M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,791
Housing Units93

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking22.8%
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation674 ft (205 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+69.7%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries3

Is Reedy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reedy receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Reedy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reedy is $31,875, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reedy is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Reedy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 24.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Reedy has a population of 182 with a density of 910 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 6.6% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
910
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33%
Female 67%

Race & Ethnicity

Reedy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reedy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reedy is $31,875, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Reedy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,875
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,365
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$50,612

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.5%
210% above US avg
Establishments (County)357
County GDP$367M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare23
Retail38
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,333
62% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Reedy is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$130,791

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-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,333
62% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Reedy, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.8% are current smokers. 32.4% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma12.4%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.8%
63% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress17.7%
Short Sleep43.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits49.9%
Premature Death12,745/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities23
Reedy has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall24.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation674 ft (205 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density910/sq mi
Coordinates38.8997°N, 81.4263°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+69.7%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density910/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants13
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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