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West Logan, WV

West Virginia

West Logan is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 368. Residents earn $43,906 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
368 Population 1,082/sq mi density
$43,906 Median Income $22,817 per capita
$76,300 Home Value $93,354 Zillow
$676 Median Rent 15.9% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$43,906 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,300 home value, $676/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,906
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.1%
151% higher than US avg

How West Logan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population368
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density1,082/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,906
Per Capita$22,817
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty31.1%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,300
Rent$676
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$93,354
Housing Units196
Rent Burden15.9%

Health

Obesity46.1%
Uninsured12.4%
Smoking28.1%
Depression37.3%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,019 ft (311 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute32 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries3

Is West Logan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Logan receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. West Logan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Logan is $43,906, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Logan is $76,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

West Logan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

West Logan has a population of 368 with a density of 1,082 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 3.5% Black.

Population

368
Total Population
1,082
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

West Logan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Logan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Logan is $43,906, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: West Logan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,906
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,817
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.1%
151% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in West Logan is $76,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,354.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$93,354

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below US avg
Rent Burden15.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.7%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In West Logan, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.4% of residents lack health insurance. 28.1% are current smokers. 37.3% report depression. 40.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Logan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure42.6%
Asthma13.5%
COPD13.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking28.1%
101% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity40.5%
Depression37.3%
Mental Distress27.0%
Physical Distress20.8%
Short Sleep47.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured12.4%
44% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits39.4%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86
West Logan has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,019 ft (311 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,082/sq mi
Coordinates37.8679°N, 81.9906°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,082/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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