Shepherdstown, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Jefferson County County
Shepherdstown, WV
At a Glance
How Shepherdstown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shepherdstown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shepherdstown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shepherdstown residents earn a median household income of $62,500 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,913. The unemployment rate stands at 13.2% (267% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,314 business establishments, including 129 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shepherdstown is $474,500 , 68% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $487,807. Median rent is $1,152/month, with 35.1% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Shepherdstown reports 65 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 390/100K.
Education
71.4% of adults in Shepherdstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (112% above the national average). 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shepherdstown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches.