Moundsville

Moundsville, West Virginia Overview

Moundsville scores 45.9/100 overall (C), ranking #8 of 20 cities in West Virginia — above the state composite of 34.4. Education is the city’s relative strength at 84/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 17/100.

Income & Employment in Moundsville

The median household income in Moundsville is $48,590, 11% below the statewide median of $54,515. Population declined 0.7%.

Safety in Moundsville

Moundsville reports 233.2 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 285 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1606.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Moundsville

The median home value is $108,500. Median monthly rent is $801. Renters spend 19.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Moundsville

The adult obesity rate in Moundsville is 37.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 17.3%. Residents report an average of 20.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. West Virginia ranks #48 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Moundsville

Moundsville’s high school graduation rate of 97% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $18,263 per student, well above the national median. The city has 4 public schools serving 1,264 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Moundsville

Moundsville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.1°F. Summers average 74.2°F. Winters average 41.9°F. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches.

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