Rivesville, WV

West Virginia

Rivesville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 701. Residents earn $61,678 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
701 Population 1,348/sq mi density
$61,678 Median Income $38,092 per capita
$132,400 Home Value $125,359 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,678 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,400 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,678
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,400
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population701
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density1,348/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,678
Per Capita$38,092
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$3,048M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,400
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,359
Housing Units345
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity44.8%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking22.5%
Depression33.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation961 ft (293 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband82.1%
Libraries5

Is Rivesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rivesville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rivesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rivesville is $61,678, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rivesville is $132,400, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rivesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Rivesville has a population of 701 with a density of 1,348 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

701
Total Population
1,348
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rivesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rivesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rivesville is $61,678, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Rivesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,678
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$62,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare151
Retail179
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rivesville is $132,400, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,359.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,400
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,359

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%
Housing Units345
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Rivesville, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 22.5% are current smokers. 33.0% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma12.9%
COPD9.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression33.0%
Mental Distress24.6%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits53.5%
Premature Death11,153/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.4%
Healthcare Facilities151
Rivesville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Coordinates39.5322°N, 80.1206°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 82.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities151
Restaurants113
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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