Wellsburg, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Brooke County County
Wellsburg, WV
At a Glance
How Wellsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wellsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wellsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wellsburg residents earn a median household income of $40,948 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,721. The unemployment rate stands at 13.0% (261% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 618 business establishments, including 49 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wellsburg is $97,200 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $124,334. Median rent is $569/month, with 25.8% 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 1941.
Education
17.1% of adults in Wellsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wellsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). 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 36.