The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Pleasants county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 75.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 32.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 2.87%. The overall influence score for Pleasants is 6.
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Pleasants County, West Virginia is located in the north central part of the state along the Ohio River. The county has a population of approximately 7,500 people. It is one of the poorest counties in the state with an estimated median household income of just over $33,000. The unemployment rate is around 4.5%. The poverty rate is nearly 22%.
The majority of the population is white (97%), followed by African-American (1%) and Hispanic (2%). About 33% of residents have at least a high school diploma, and about 8% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
The county has a large elderly population with about 18% of residents aged 65 and over.
The housing conditions in Pleasants County are considered poor. Many houses need significant repairs and upgrades. The median home value is around $90,000. Around 46% of the housing stock is owner occupied, while 54% are rented out.
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1550 Earl Core Road, Suite 101
Morgantown, WV 26505
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