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Womelsdorf (Coalton), WV

West Virginia

Womelsdorf (Coalton) is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 233. Residents earn $56,771 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
233 Population 568/sq mi density
$56,771 Median Income $32,969 per capita
$97,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,771 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,771
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

How Womelsdorf (Coalton) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population233
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density568/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,771
Per Capita$32,969
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$1,145M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden30.1%

Health

Obesity44.3%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking20.0%
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2,155 ft (657 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute34 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries6

Is Womelsdorf (Coalton) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Womelsdorf (Coalton) receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Womelsdorf (Coalton) stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Womelsdorf (Coalton) is $56,771, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Womelsdorf (Coalton) is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Womelsdorf (Coalton) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 68.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Womelsdorf (Coalton) has a population of 233 with a density of 568 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

233
Total Population
568
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Womelsdorf (Coalton) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Womelsdorf (Coalton) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Womelsdorf (Coalton) is $56,771, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Womelsdorf (Coalton) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,771
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,969
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$57,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,002
County GDP$1,145M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare97
Retail109
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Womelsdorf (Coalton) is $97,500, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,500
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.9%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Womelsdorf (Coalton), 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.0% are current smokers. 33.2% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Womelsdorf (Coalton) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep44.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits52.3%
Premature Death10,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities97
Womelsdorf (Coalton) 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 is 47.2 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall68.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,155 ft (657 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density568/sq mi
Coordinates38.8980°N, 79.9637°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.1-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score4.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density568/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants57
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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