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Comprehensive Data Report

Welch, WV

ZIP Code 24801

Mcdowell County

Population
5,333
Median Income
$27,788
Home Value
$55,100
Livability
61/100
Total Population
5,333
Median Household Income
$27,788
Median Home Value
$55,100
Median Rent
$788

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 42/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
5,333 residents
Median Age
41.5 years
Safety Score
42/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
61
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
69/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
42/100
Education
19/100
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Employment
56/100
Housing
90/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Welch, WV 24801

Coordinates: 37.4111°, -81.5394°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
72
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
32
Below avg
Transportation
93
Average
Healthcare
97
Average
Groceries
90
Average
Utilities
95
Average
Overall
72
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
780,689,000
Employment Rate
96.2%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
15.1%
Manufacturing
14.7%
Professional Services
12.7%
Education
12.1%
Retail Trade
11.7%
Total Employed
751,267,000
Total Unemployed
29,422,000
Unemployment Rate
3.8%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
41.5 years
Per Capita Income
$12,073
Poverty Rate
22.2%