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Reynoldsville, WV

West Virginia

Reynoldsville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 238. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
238 Population 175/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $42,251 per capita
$80,500 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population238
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$42,251
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,048M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking17.7%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries5

Is Reynoldsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reynoldsville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Reynoldsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reynoldsville is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reynoldsville is $80,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Reynoldsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Reynoldsville has a population of 238 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

238
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Reynoldsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Reynoldsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reynoldsville is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Reynoldsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,251
Avg Weekly Wage$1,236
IRS Avg AGI$71,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,482
County GDP$6,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare228
Retail269
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Reynoldsville is $80,500, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.6%
Housing Units200
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Reynoldsville, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 30.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.6%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death11,897/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access75.8%
Healthcare Facilities228
Reynoldsville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall23.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates39.2916°N, 80.4413°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants170
Retail Stores269

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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