Valley Head, WV

West Virginia

Valley Head is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 107.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
107 Population 109/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $30,771 per capita
$74,400 Home Value $127,916 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $74,400
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.2%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Valley Head Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population107
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,771
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$353M

Housing

Home Value$74,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,916

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.8%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Elevation2,556 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+85.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Libraries5

Is Valley Head a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley Head receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Valley Head faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley Head is $74,400, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley Head experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Valley Head has a population of 107 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85%).

Population

107
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley Head vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valley Head vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley Head is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Valley Head vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,771
Avg Weekly Wage$791
IRS Avg AGI$51,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)344
County GDP$353M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare21
Retail39
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,250
64% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home38.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley Head is $74,400, 74% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,916.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,400
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,916

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,250
64% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Valley Head, 50.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.8% report depression. 39.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valley Head vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.2%
56% above US avg
Diabetes15.6%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma13.5%
COPD12.9%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity39.8%
Depression35.8%
Mental Distress26.7%
Physical Distress20.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death15,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access94.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

Crime Rates: Valley Head vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Valley Head has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.0 inches
66% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,556 ft (779 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates38.5471°N, 80.0319°W
County FIPS54075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.3-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants26
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home38.2%

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