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Spencer, WV
B-
Population: 2,186
Home Price: $97,300
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Overview
Spencer is a small town in the state of West Virginia with a population of 2,186. The cost of living is low making it one of the most affordable places to live in the US. Spencer has a hot summer and mild winter climate.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Low Cost
Employment:
(F) Poor
Cultural Diversity:
(D) Fair
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(F) Poor
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
23.4 minutes
Walkability:
(A) Excellent
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Spencer, WV
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
Per Capita Income
$19,599
$24,785
$32,693
Median Household Income
$22,772
$47,861
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
29.0%
8.7%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
32.5%
16.4%
10.5%
Age
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
Median Age
42.7
43.8
42.3
Gender
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
Male
48.4%
49.2%
49.8%
Female
51.6%
50.8%
50.2%
Race
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
White
95.1%
92.7%
80.3%
Black or African American
0.1%
3.7%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.0%
0.1%
2.7%
Asian
1.7%
0.4%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.3%
0.5%
2.7%
Multiracial
2.7%
2.5%
5.2%
Housing Information
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
Median Home Price
$97,300
$106,257
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$386
$519
$801
Family Households
24.7%
24.7%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
41.0%
41.0%
26.2%
Homeowners
46.7%
73.3%
72.9%
Renters
53.3%
26.7%
27.1%
Education
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
13.3%
9.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
45.9%
45.9%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
17.2%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
4.5%
7.2%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
5.4%
9.6%
15.0%
Proficiency
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
Mathematics
23.0%
39.6%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
NA%
NA%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
Murder
NA
5.0
3.0
Rape
NA
25.4
38.0
Robbery
NA
19.5
40.7
Assault
NA
172.6
188.5
Property Crime
Spencer
West Virginia
United States
Burglary
NA
200.9
336.1
Theft
NA
1408.7
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
87.3
167.1
Arson
NA
6.7
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Spencer, WV
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
costeffective healthcare
hot dog
grits
middle eastern
brisket
snack
sausage pepperoni
tastiest
drinks
ingredients
ice cream
recipes
seasonings
cafe
chili
pizza
pork
hummus
street tacos
beef
wrestling
country music
pro wrestling
hoops
professional wrestling
football
college football
basketball
teams
coaches
fitness
athletes
athlete
horse racing
athletic
baseball
tournaments
announcer
nhl
boxing
inspired by
exhibitions
comic
suping
icon
artists
collection
photography
zine
sketchbook
artistry
museum
graffiti
collage
drawing
creative
cinema
prints
graphic design
animation
fulltime
hot rods
books
fishing
fitness
hunting
photography
pokmon
gundam model kits
legos
kayaking
vacations
classic cars
pokemon
comics
toys
memes
anime
pro wrestling
professional wrestling
local news
sports
tv
corporate
photography
advertising
booking
lifestyle
broadcasts
creative
recreation
cinema
influencer
commentary
outdoor
studio
marketing
mountain
sports
winter
suping
fishing
ice fishing
forested
fly fishing
space
hunting
photography
backpacking
backyard
frisbee
summer
kayaking
pool
beach
facilities
indoor
free shipping
shipping
free shippin
retail
post office
black friday
local businesses
walmart
pharmacy
merch
shop online
accessori
online store
drivethru
discounted
ebay
furniture
resales
clothing
vendor applications
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