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Shady Spring, WV
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Shady Spring, WV
At a Glance
How Shady Spring Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shady Spring's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shady Spring a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shady Spring residents earn a median household income of $70,792 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,430. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,608 business establishments, including 129 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shady Spring is $192,000 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $195,590. Median rent is $923/month, with 28.2% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
Shady Spring reports 1,057 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 178% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,207/100K.
Education
25.5% of adults in Shady Spring hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shady Spring has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.