Rhodell, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Rhodell is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 117.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
117 Population 377/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,841 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.3%
185% higher than US avg

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

People

Population117
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density377/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,841
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty35.3%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.1%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation1,620 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+79.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries5

Is Rhodell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhodell receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Rhodell faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 35.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rhodell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Rhodell has a population of 117 with a density of 377 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).

Population

117
Total Population
377
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhodell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rhodell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhodell is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rhodell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,841
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.3%
185% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
In Rhodell, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.1% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.5%
Asthma12.8%
COPD10.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression33.1%
Mental Distress25.4%
Physical Distress19.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Rhodell has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,620 ft (494 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates37.6095°N, 81.3051°W
County FIPS54081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density377/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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