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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $89,514 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,476 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $996 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,857 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,577 |
| County GDP | $3,542M |
| Restaurants | 167 |
| Healthcare | 256 |
| Retail | 244 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,083 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.60% |
| Commute Time | 13.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
| Census Median | $192,900 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $168,810 |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,083 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.60% |
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 34.2% |
| Mental Distress | 23.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,358/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 256 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 39.2 inches |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 28.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 204/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6152°N, 78.7614°W |
| County FIPS | 24001 |
Winner: Republican by 40.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.4% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 204/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 256 |
| Restaurants | 167 |
| Retail Stores | 244 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 13.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |