United States landmark

25286

Walton, WV

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Total Population

1,336
5-year trend
+10.6%

Median Household Income

$56,500
5-year trend
+14.9%

Median Home Value

$110,700
5-year trend
+47.5%

Median Rent

$489
5-year trend
+34.2%

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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.

Median age of 50 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$56,500
100% above state avg
Home Value
$110,700
100.1% above state avg
Rent
$489
100% above state avg
Population Density
1,336 residents
Median Age
50.1 years
Safety Score
50/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
67
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
76/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
50/100
Education
29/100
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Employment
73/100
Housing
89/100
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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Walton, WV 25286

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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
461
Employment Rate
86.1%
Avg. Commute
37 min
Work From Home
0%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Finance & Insurance
29.6%
Professional & Business Services
27.7%
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
19.6%
Educational Services
11.9%
Construction
7.7%
Total Employed
397
Total Unemployed
64
Unemployment Rate
13.9%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Walton, WV

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

Mature population with median age of 50.1 years, likely more established households.

Unemployment rate of 13.9% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

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

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$56,500
-24.8% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.0%
State: $-133,290,718
Income Distribution
30.7%
Under $50k
18.4%
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: 2.54 people

Total Households
526
Family Households
49.6%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Finance
29.6%
#2 Industry
Professional
27.7%
#3 Industry
Agriculture
19.6%
Total Employed Residents:311

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
3.2%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
22.8%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
0.0%
0 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:378
Commute Insights
0
Significant portion face long commutes (over 60 minutes)
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
86.1%
397 employed
Labor Force
461
64 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:13.9%
Median Age
50.1 years
Per Capita Income
$27,597
Poverty Rate
13.7%
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