Wiley Ford, WV

West Virginia

Wiley Ford is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 588. Residents earn $89,514 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
588 Population 204/sq mi density
$89,514 Median Income $35,476 per capita
$192,900 Home Value $168,810 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$89,514 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,900 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,514
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

How Wiley Ford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population588
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans17.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$89,514
Per Capita$35,476
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$3,542M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,810

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation725 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+91.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute14 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Wiley Ford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wiley Ford receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Wiley Ford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wiley Ford is $89,514, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wiley Ford is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wiley Ford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Wiley Ford has a population of 588 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

588
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wiley Ford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wiley Ford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wiley Ford is $89,514, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Wiley Ford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,514
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,476
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,857

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,577
County GDP$3,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants167
Healthcare256
Retail244
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.6 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wiley Ford is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,810.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,810

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-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,083
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Wiley Ford, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.2% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wiley Ford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression34.2%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death11,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities256

Crime Rates: Wiley Ford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Wiley Ford has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates39.6152°N, 78.7614°W
County FIPS24001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants167
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.6 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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