Rowlesburg, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Preston County County
Rowlesburg, WV
At a Glance
How Rowlesburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rowlesburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rowlesburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rowlesburg residents earn a median household income of $52,813 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,964. The unemployment rate stands at 19.2% (433% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 884 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rowlesburg is $87,300 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $90,553. Median rent is $673/month, with 24.0% 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 1944.
Education
11.7% of adults in Rowlesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 75.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rowlesburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches.