Sutton, WV

West Virginia

Sutton is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 764. Residents earn $37,400 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
764 Population 979/sq mi density
$37,400 Median Income $23,937 per capita
$83,300 Home Value $137,930 Zillow
$682 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$37,400 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value, $682/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,400
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $682
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

How Sutton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population764
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density979/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,400
Per Capita$23,937
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$417M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,930

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation1,012 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+84.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute19 min
EV Stations4
Libraries3

Is Sutton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sutton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sutton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sutton is $37,400, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sutton is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sutton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Sutton has a population of 764 with a density of 979 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

764
Total Population
979
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sutton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sutton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sutton is $37,400, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Sutton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,400
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,937
Avg Weekly Wage$883
IRS Avg AGI$52,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)380
County GDP$417M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare22
Retail45
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,860
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sutton is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $682 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,930.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,930

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$682
41% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,860
47% below US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Sutton, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sutton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma13.3%
COPD11.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress25.5%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death12,079/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Healthcare Facilities22

Crime Rates: Sutton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Sutton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,012 ft (308 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density979/sq mi
Coordinates38.6678°N, 80.7135°W
County FIPS54007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density979/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants24
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home11.5%

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