Wolf Summit, WV

West Virginia

Wolf Summit is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 216. Residents earn $34,120 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
216 Population 600/sq mi density
$34,120 Median Income $36,496 per capita
$115,800 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$34,120 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$115,800 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,120
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,800
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

How Wolf Summit Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population216
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,120
Per Capita$36,496
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$6,048M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units134

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking17.4%
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+72.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries5

Is Wolf Summit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolf Summit receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wolf Summit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolf Summit is $34,120, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wolf Summit is $115,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wolf Summit experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Wolf Summit has a population of 216 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

216
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolf Summit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wolf Summit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolf Summit is $34,120, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Wolf Summit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,120
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,496
Avg Weekly Wage$1,236
IRS Avg AGI$71,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,482
County GDP$6,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare228
Retail269
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolf Summit is $115,800, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,800
59% below US avg

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-Occupied67.0%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In Wolf Summit, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 32.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wolf Summit vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death11,897/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access75.8%
Healthcare Facilities228
Wolf Summit has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall23.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates39.2821°N, 80.4621°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+72.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants170
Retail Stores269

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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