Weirton, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Hancock County County
Weirton, WV
At a Glance
How Weirton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Weirton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Weirton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Weirton residents earn a median household income of $56,699 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,641. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 901 business establishments, including 68 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Weirton is $122,800 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,807. Median rent is $750/month, with 29.3% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Weirton reports 138 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 331/100K.
Education
22.8% of adults in Weirton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Weirton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.