Rossmore, WV

West Virginia

Rossmore is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 186. Residents earn $33,833 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
186 Population 300/sq mi density
$33,833 Median Income $12,195 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$33,833 median income, 13.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,833
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.7%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.0%
261% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$33,833
Per Capita$12,195
Unemployment13.0%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression36.0%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation892 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+76.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute18 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries3

Is Rossmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rossmore receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rossmore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rossmore is $33,833, 55% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rossmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Rossmore has a population of 186 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

186
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.7%
Female 25.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rossmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rossmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rossmore is $33,833, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Rossmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,833
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,195
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.0%
261% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
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-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
In Rossmore, 44.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 36.0% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.7%
39% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma12.8%
COPD11.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression36.0%
Mental Distress25.9%
Physical Distress19.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.5%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Rossmore has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates37.8046°N, 81.9930°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+76.7%
School Test Score4.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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