Living in Summers County, West Virginia

Summers County is a county in West Virginia with a population of around 13,239. The main communities are Hinton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $685/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $125K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 44°F) and warm summers (highs around 77°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has wildfire risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Summers County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.