Ripley, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Jackson County County
Ripley, WV
At a Glance
How Ripley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ripley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ripley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ripley residents earn a median household income of $35,120 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,459. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 726 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ripley is $119,300 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,972. Median rent is $569/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Ripley reports 99 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 857/100K.
Education
20.3% of adults in Ripley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 84.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ripley has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches.