Rupert, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Greenbrier County County
Rupert, WV
At a Glance
How Rupert Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rupert's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rupert a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rupert residents earn a median household income of $31,875 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,552. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 45.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,392 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rupert is $98,100 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $113,629. Median rent is $581/month, with 51.0% 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 1975.
Education
5.9% of adults in Rupert hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 81.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rupert has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.