What is the median household income in Bath (Berkeley Springs)?

The median household income in Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV is $31,094 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV?

Crime rate data for Bath (Berkeley Springs) is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Q: What are the schools like in Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV?

Bath (Berkeley Springs) is served primarily by Morgan County Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

Q: What is the weather like in Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV?

Bath (Berkeley Springs) has an average high temperature of 39.9°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.0 inches.

Is Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV a Good Place to Live?

Bath (Berkeley Springs) is a small town of 897 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $31,094 and a 2.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Bath (Berkeley Springs) stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Bath (Berkeley Springs) is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Bath (Berkeley Springs) city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.1

Bath (Berkeley Springs)'s overall cost of living index is 95.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bath (Berkeley Springs) costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$163,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$714	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	33.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$31,094	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Bath (Berkeley Springs) is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Bath (Berkeley Springs) is served primarily by Morgan County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV	National Avg
School District	Morgan County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bath (Berkeley Springs) sees average highs of 39.9°F in January and 85.1°F in July, with 42.8 inches of annual precipitation and 27.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV
Average High — January	39.9°F
Average High — July	85.1°F
Annual Precipitation	42.8"
Annual Snowfall	27.0"

Demographics

Metric	Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV	National Avg
Population	897	—
Median Age	47.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.6%	22.2%
65 and over	31.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Great Cacapon, WV 3 mi Hancock, MD 6 mi Little Orleans, MD 9 mi Pecktonville, MD 10 mi Ernstville, MD 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Bath (Berkeley Springs)

Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

25411

Bath (Berkeley Springs) vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV affordable or expensive?

Bath (Berkeley Springs)'s cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bath (Berkeley Springs) roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $163,100 and median rent is $714/month.

What is the crime rate in Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV?

Crime data for Bath (Berkeley Springs) is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Bath (Berkeley Springs)?

Public schools in Bath (Berkeley Springs) are operated by Morgan County Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 23.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV a good place to live?

Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV has a population of 897, a median household income of $31,094, and an unemployment rate of 2.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Bath (Berkeley Springs)?

Bath (Berkeley Springs) averages 39.9°F in January and 85.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.8 inches with about 27.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bath (Berkeley Springs)?

Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 25411.

What is the population of Bath (Berkeley Springs)?

The population of Bath (Berkeley Springs), West Virginia is 897 with a median age of 47.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bath (Berkeley Springs)?

Key numbers for living in Bath (Berkeley Springs): cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $163,100, median household income $31,094, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bath (Berkeley Springs) side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.