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Valley Grove, WV
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Valley Grove, WV
At a Glance
How Valley Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Valley Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Valley Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Valley Grove residents earn a median household income of $54,028 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,827. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,794 business establishments, including 140 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Valley Grove is $136,700 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $173,072. Median rent is $786/month, with 17.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
Valley Grove reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
11.9% of adults in Valley Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Valley Grove has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.