West Virginia
Summersville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 3,397. Residents earn $52,321 per year, which is 30% below the national average.
Based on current data, Summersville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Summersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Summersville is $52,321, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Summersville is $210,400, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $570 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 453 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,219 per 100,000, 115% above the national average.
30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Summersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,321 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,745 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,288 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 827 |
| County GDP | $883M |
| Restaurants | 59 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,314 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.10% |
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
| Census Median | $210,400 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $187,407 |
| Census Median Rent | $570 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,314 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.10% |
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.4% |
| Depression | 32.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 14,497/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Total Violent | 453.0/100K |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 453.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,218.6/100K |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 56.6/100K |
| Theft | 4,105.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 56.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.8 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,924 ft (586 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 757/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2870°N, 80.8415°W |
| County FIPS | 54067 |
Winner: Republican by 60.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.3% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 757/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 59 |
| Retail Stores | 94 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |