West Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Valley Grove is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 448. Residents earn $54,028 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Based on current data, Valley Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Valley Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Valley Grove is $54,028, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Valley Grove is $136,700, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Valley Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $54,028 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,827 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,074 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,258 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,794 |
| County GDP | $5,057M |
| Restaurants | 140 |
| Healthcare | 229 |
| Retail | 186 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,676 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.69% |
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
| Census Median | $136,700 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,072 |
| Census Median Rent | $786 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 17.7% |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,676 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.69% |
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 31.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,927/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 229 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.6 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 929 ft (283 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 815/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0863°N, 80.5770°W |
| County FIPS | 54069 |
Winner: Republican by 26 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 815/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 97.8% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 229 |
| Restaurants | 140 |
| Retail Stores | 186 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |