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24954

Marlinton, WV

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Total Population

3,149
5-year trend
+7.8%

Median Household Income

$38,456
5-year trend
+11.3%

Median Home Value

$128,000
5-year trend
+32.2%

Median Rent

$617
5-year trend
+36.7%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Safety score of 46/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$38,456
100% above state avg
Home Value
$128,000
100.1% above state avg
Rent
$617
100% above state avg
Population Density
3,149 residents
Median Age
49.6 years
Safety Score
46/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
62
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
74/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
46/100
Education
29/100
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Employment
54/100
Housing
84/100
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.

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Marlinton, WV 24954

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Coordinates: 38.2586°, -80.1046°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
59
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
0
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
59
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
1,125
Employment Rate
93.8%
Avg. Commute
27 min
Work From Home
4%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Educational Services
29.4%
Construction
22.1%
Finance & Insurance
15.1%
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
7.5%
Mining & Oil Extraction
7.5%
Total Employed
1,055
Total Unemployed
70
Unemployment Rate
6.2%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Marlinton, WV

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Mature population with median age of 49.6 years, likely more established households.

Unemployment rate of 6.2% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Poverty rate of 22.8% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$38,456
-48.8% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.0%
State: $-129,586,728
Income Distribution
30.7%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.63 people

Total Households
1,164
Family Households
39.9%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
29.4%
#2 Industry
Construction
22.1%
#3 Industry
Finance
15.1%
Total Employed Residents:637

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
9.7%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
1.0%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
3.6%
36 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:1,000
Commute Insights
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
93.8%
1,055 employed
Labor Force
1,125
70 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:6.2%
Median Age
49.6 years
Per Capita Income
$25,210
Poverty Rate
22.8%
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