Median Income
$106,798
42% higher than US avg
Home Value
$271,900
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
47.8%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,238
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.1%
75% lower than US avg
How Teays Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population13,961
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density1,923/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A+
Median Income$106,798
Per Capita$48,744
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$3,832M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$271,900
Rent$1,238
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation693 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+47.8%
High School+96.9%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute25 min
Libraries5
Is Teays Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Teays Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Teays Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Teays Valley is $106,798, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Teays Valley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Teays Valley is $271,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,238 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 47.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Teays Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Teays Valley has a population of 13,961 with a density of 1,923 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.
Population
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Teays Valley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Teays Valley vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Teays Valley is $106,798, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Teays Valley vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $106,798 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $48,744 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,238 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,515 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,894 |
| County GDP | $3,832M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 137 |
| Retail | 171 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,677 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.3 min |
| Work from Home | 10.7% |
The median home value in Teays Valley is $271,900, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,238 (6% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $271,900 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $392,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $392,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $139 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.0% |
| Price Drops | 31.3% |
| Inventory | 16 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,238 |
| 6% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,677 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.98% |
In Teays Valley, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Teays Valley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 30.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,065/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 137 |
Crime Rates: Teays Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Teays Valley has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.4°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 693 ft (211 m) |
| Area | 7.3 sq mi (18.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,923/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4473°N, 81.9244°W |
| County FIPS | 54079 |