Living in Brooke County, West Virginia

Brooke County is a county in West Virginia with a population of around 23,350, part of the Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Follansbee, Wellsburg, Bethany.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $607/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $122K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 39°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Brooke County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 47 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.