The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Wirt county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 73.7℉ and the average temperature in January is 32.4℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 0.78%. The overall influence score for Wirt is 6.
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Wirt County, West Virginia is a rural county located in the Mid-Ohio Valley region of the state. As of 2018, the population was 5,862 people. The median age is 42.2 years, and the median household income is $37,933.
The county has a large rural population that relies heavily on agriculture and forestry for its economic base. Wirt County is home to several small towns and villages, including Elizabeth, Palestine, Walker, and Burning Springs.
The living conditions in Wirt County are below average compared to other counties in the state. The poverty rate is 27.2%, which is higher than the state average of 17.8%. Unemployment is also higher in Wirt County than the state average (4% compared to 3%).
Additionally, access to healthcare can be limited due to a lack of medical services in the area. Nearly 17% of residents do not have health insurance coverage.
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
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1550 Earl Core Road, Suite 101
Morgantown, WV 26505
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