The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Upshur county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 71.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 32.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 0.03%. The overall influence score for Upshur is 8.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Upshur, West Virginia with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Upshur County is located in the north-central part of West Virginia and has a population of approximately 24,000 people. The median household income is around $40,000 and the poverty rate is estimated to be around 18%. The majority of the population is White (92.7%), followed by African American (4.1%), Hispanic (1.9%), and other races (1.3%).
The living conditions in Upshur County are generally considered rural, with much of the landscape dominated by farms and small towns. There are a few larger towns and cities within the county, but they are not densely populated, and most of the population lives in small communities spread across the county. Many of these small towns have limited access to healthcare, education, transportation, and job opportunities. Additionally, many families still rely on agriculture as their primary source of income.
USDA Rural Development programs are delivered through eleven offices in West Virginia. For more information, please contact the specific program area or the office nearest to you.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of West Virginia
State Office
1550 Earl Core Road, Suite 101
Morgantown, WV 26505
(304) 284-4860 | (855) 859-1834 fax