Beckley Metro
Beckley has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $18,493. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $40,064. The poverty rate of 21.6% is well above the national figure.
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How many people live in Beckley, WV?
Beckley, WV has about 124,771 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Beckley, WV?
The typical household in Beckley, WV earns about $18,493 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Beckley, WV expensive?
In Beckley, WV, the median home is worth about $40,064, and the typical rent is about $284 a month.
How educated are people in Beckley, WV?
About 10.0% of adults age 25 and over in Beckley, WV hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Beckley, WV?
About 21.6% of people in Beckley, WV live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024