Summersville, West Virginia
Quick Statistics
Summersville is a community in Nicholas County, West Virginia, home to about 3,373 people spread across 4.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $36,436 a year, and a typical home is worth about $230,000. About 44.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.6% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the West Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Summersville ranks number 46 of 429 in population, number 144 in median household income, number 31 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Summersville typically top out near 81°F in July, while January nights average about 21°F. The area sees roughly 68 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Nettie, WV | 9.1 mi. | 183 |
| 2. | Craigsville, WV | 10.8 mi. | 2,190 |
| 3. | Tioga, WV | 13.8 mi. | 577 |
| 4. | Camden-on-Gauley, WV | 14.4 mi. | 182 |
| 5. | Fenwick, WV | 14.7 mi. | 16 |
| 6. | Hico, WV | 14.9 mi. | 16 |
| 7. | Birch River, WV | 15.2 mi. | 7 |
| 8. | Richwood, WV | 17.1 mi. | 2,403 |
What is the population of Summersville, West Virginia?
Summersville has a population of about 3,373 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Summersville, West Virginia in?
Summersville is located in Nicholas County, West Virginia.
What is the median home value in Summersville, West Virginia?
The median home value in Summersville is about $230,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Summersville, West Virginia?
The median personal income in Summersville is about $36,436 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Summersville, West Virginia?
Since 1950, 4 tornadoes have been recorded in Nicholas County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Summersville, West Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 81 degrees and January lows about 21 degrees, with around 68 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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