Salt Rock, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Salt Rock is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 161. Residents earn $23,411 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
161 Population 52/sq mi density
$23,411 Median Income $18,117 per capita
N/A Home Value $155,767 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$23,411 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,411
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans25.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$23,411
Per Capita$18,117
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,663M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,767

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation921 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband91.0%
Libraries8

Is Salt Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salt Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Salt Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salt Rock is $23,411, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Salt Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Salt Rock has a population of 161 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

161
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.9%
Female 39.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Salt Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Salt Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salt Rock is $23,411, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Salt Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,411
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,117
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$66,675

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,362
County GDP$6,663M

Business (County)

Restaurants282
Healthcare384
Retail393
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,373
4% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,767.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$155,767

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-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,373
4% below US avg
In Salt Rock, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.4% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Salt Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma13.4%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression35.4%
Mental Distress24.9%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death17,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access81.3%
Healthcare Facilities384

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Salt Rock has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation921 ft (281 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates38.3301°N, 82.2127°W
County FIPS54011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.9-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants282
Retail Stores393

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

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