West Virginia
Thomas is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 614. Residents earn $55,500 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Thomas receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Thomas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Thomas is $55,500, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Thomas is $158,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $818 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Thomas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches, including 170.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,500 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,498 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $873 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,893 |
| Unemployment | 9.6% |
| 167% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 282 |
| County GDP | $406M |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,329 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.47% |
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 61.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
| Census Median | $158,900 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $161,459 |
| Census Median Rent | $818 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 18.1% |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,329 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.47% |
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.9% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 32.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,840/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 63.2 inches |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 170.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,122 ft (952 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 176/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1449°N, 79.4954°W |
| County FIPS | 54093 |
Winner: Republican by 48.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.3% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 176/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.8% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Retail Stores | 29 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 17.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 61.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |