Home Value $127,200

55% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.4%

72% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.4%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 15.7%

336% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.3%

81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178

Median Age47.5 yrs

Density266/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 71%

Veterans15.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$34,095

Unemployment15.7%

Poverty2.3%

County GDP$4,532M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$127,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$104,556

Housing Units89

Rent Burden29.9%

Health

Obesity40.4%

Uninsured9.2%

Smoking22.6%

Depression34.2%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain47.9 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.4%

High School+97.6%

Graduate+13.1%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%

Commute16 min

Broadband56.0%

Libraries5

Is Scarbro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scarbro receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Scarbro faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scarbro is $127,200, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Scarbro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Scarbro has a population of 178 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%), with 29.2% Black.

Population

178

Total Population

266

People / sq mi

47.5yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Scarbro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scarbro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scarbro is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Scarbro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$34,095
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,043
IRS Avg AGI	$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	15.7%
	336% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.3%
	81% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,608
County GDP	$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants	129
Healthcare	299
Retail	302
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,735
	22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scarbro is $127,200, 55% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,556.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$127,200
	55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$104,556

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	92.9%
Housing Units	89
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,735
	22% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.15%

In Scarbro, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 22.6% are current smokers. 34.2% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.4%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	13.9%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	38.4%
Asthma	13.1%
COPD	10.0%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.6%
	61% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.1%
Physical Inactivity	33.5%
Depression	34.2%
Mental Distress	25.0%
Physical Distress	17.4%
Short Sleep	48.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%
Uninsured	9.2%
	7% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.3%
Dental Visits	49.2%
Premature Death	16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	56.8%
Healthcare Facilities	299

Scarbro has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	52.4°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.9 inches
	26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,900 ft (579 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density	266/sq mi
Coordinates	37.9511°N, 81.1706°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54081

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%

D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.4%
	72% below US avg
High School+	97.6%
Graduate Degree+	13.1%
School Test Score	4.81

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	266/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	56.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	299
Restaurants	129
Retail Stores	302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.6 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Scarbro, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Scarbro a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Scarbro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Scarbro vs U.S. Average

Income: Scarbro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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