Summersville, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Nicholas County County
Summersville, WV
At a Glance
How Summersville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Summersville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Summersville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Summersville residents earn a median household income of $52,321 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,745. The unemployment rate stands at 9.4% (161% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 827 business establishments, including 59 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Summersville is $210,400 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $191,007. Median rent is $570/month, with 27.6% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Summersville reports 271 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,537/100K.
Education
30.3% of adults in Summersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Summersville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches.