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Spencer, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Roane County County
Spencer, WV
At a Glance
How Spencer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Spencer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Spencer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Spencer residents earn a median household income of $25,897 , which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,334. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 357 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Spencer is $108,700 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $110,866. Median rent is $658/month, with 37.8% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Spencer reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 369/100K.
Education
7.3% of adults in Spencer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 77.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Spencer has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.