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Switzer, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Logan County County
Switzer, WV
At a Glance
How Switzer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Switzer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Switzer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Switzer residents earn a median household income of $40,900 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,629. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,008 business establishments, including 54 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Switzer is $48,300 , 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $85,673. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Switzer reports 238 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,120/100K.
Education
9.2% of adults in Switzer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 65.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Switzer has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.