United States landmark

26230

Pickens, WV

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Total Population

86
5-year trend
+11.7%

Median Household Income

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+25.0%

Median Home Value

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+36.7%

Median Rent

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+17.4%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 410% lower than the state average, indicating a more affordable area.

Home values are 442% lower than the state average. More affordable housing options are available here.

Median age of 74 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
-$666,666,666
410.2% below state avg
Home Value
-$666,666,666
442.1% below state avg
Rent
-$666,666,666
111.8% below state avg
Population Density
86 residents
Median Age
74.3 years

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
NaN
Below Average
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
-444399/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
NaN/100
Education
14/100
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Employment
50/100
Housing
81/100
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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Pickens, WV 26230

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Coordinates: 38.7534°, -79.8147°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
227
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
410
Above avg
Transportation
131
Above avg
Healthcare
115
Above avg
Groceries
146
Above avg
Utilities
125
Above avg
Overall
227
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
23
Employment Rate
100.0%
Avg. Commute
51 min
Work From Home
0%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Educational Services
100%
Total Employed
23
Total Unemployed
0
Unemployment Rate
0.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Pickens, WV

Median household income is 410% above state average, indicating a relatively affluent area.

Mature population with median age of 74.3 years, likely more established households.

Strong job market with unemployment rate of 0.0%, below national average.

Poverty rate of 53.5% 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
$-666,666,666
-887226.5% vs US
vs State Median
410.2%
State: $-130,676,186
Income Distribution
31.8%
Under $50k
18.2%
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: 1.26 people

Total Households
68
Family Households
13.2%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
100.0%
Total Employed Residents:10

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
0.0%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
56.5%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
0.0%
0 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:23
Commute Insights
0
Significant portion face long commutes (over 60 minutes)
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
N/A%
23 employed
Labor Force
23
0 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:0.0%
Median Age
74.3 years
Per Capita Income
$32,485
Poverty Rate
53.5%
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