Morgantown

Morgantown, West Virginia Overview

With a composite score of 49.0/100 and a C grade, Morgantown ranks #5 of 20 cities in West Virginia. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (82/100), while Fiscal Health (3/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Morgantown

Morgantown’s median income of $42,245 is 23% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.6% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.9%.

Safety in Morgantown

Morgantown’s violent crime rate of 352.8 per 100,000 runs above the West Virginia average of 285. The property crime rate is 2215.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Morgantown

Morgantown has a cost of living index of 92.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $238,200. Median monthly rent is $888. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Morgantown

The adult obesity rate in Morgantown is 31.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8%. Residents report an average of 26.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. West Virginia ranks #48 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Morgantown

Morgantown’s high school graduation rate of 92% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,414. The city has 16 public schools serving 10,745 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Morgantown

Morgantown enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.1°F. Summers average 74.2°F. Winters average 41.8°F. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. The average commute of 14.5 minutes is notably short.

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