White Sulphur Springs, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Greenbrier County County
White Sulphur Springs, WV
At a Glance
How White Sulphur Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows White Sulphur Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is White Sulphur Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
White Sulphur Springs residents earn a median household income of $43,388 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,332. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,392 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in White Sulphur Springs is $119,600 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $185,501. Median rent is $797/month, with 27.7% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
White Sulphur Springs reports 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,286/100K.
Education
24.1% of adults in White Sulphur Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
White Sulphur Springs has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.