Fort Gay, West Virginia
Quick Statistics
Fort Gay is a community in Wayne County, West Virginia, home to about 437 people spread across 0.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $20,489 a year, and a typical home is worth about $62,300. About 12.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 38 percent over the past decade.
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Among the West Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Fort Gay ranks number 249 of 429 in population, number 300 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Fort Gay typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 26°F. The area sees roughly 17 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Louisa, KY | 1.5 mi. | 2,580 |
| 2. | Prichard, WV | 7.9 mi. | 389 |
| 3. | Wayne, WV | 11.0 mi. | 1,675 |
| 4. | Blaine, KY | 15.3 mi. | 80 |
| 5. | Lavalette, WV | 15.9 mi. | 1,005 |
| 6. | Crum, WV | 16.7 mi. | 187 |
| 7. | Inez, KY | 17.7 mi. | 930 |
| 8. | Cannonsburg, KY | 18.8 mi. | 1,129 |
What is the population of Fort Gay, West Virginia?
Fort Gay has a population of about 437 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Fort Gay, West Virginia in?
Fort Gay is located in Wayne County, West Virginia.
What is the median home value in Fort Gay, West Virginia?
The median home value in Fort Gay is about $62,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Fort Gay, West Virginia?
The median personal income in Fort Gay is about $20,489 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Fort Gay, West Virginia?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Wayne County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Fort Gay, West Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 26 degrees, with around 17 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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