What are the schools like in Capon Bridge, WV?

Capon Bridge is served primarily by Hampshire County Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.6:1.

What is the median household income in Capon Bridge?

The median household income in Capon Bridge, WV is $63,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.

What is the weather like in Capon Bridge, WV?

Capon Bridge has an average high temperature of 40.8°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.1 inches.

Capon Bridge, WV Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Capon Bridge, WV affordable or expensive?

Capon Bridge's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Capon Bridge is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $195,000 and the median rent is $1,026 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Capon Bridge, WV?

Crime rate data for Capon Bridge is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Capon Bridge, WV a Good Place to Live?

Capon Bridge is a small town of 526 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $63,125 and a 2.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Capon Bridge is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Capon Bridge 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: 94.3

Capon Bridge's overall cost of living index is 94.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Capon Bridge costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Capon Bridge, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$195,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,026	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$63,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Capon Bridge is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Capon Bridge is served primarily by Hampshire County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Capon Bridge, WV	National Avg
School District	Hampshire County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Capon Bridge sees average highs of 40.8°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 41.0 inches of annual precipitation and 25.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Capon Bridge, WV
Average High — January	40.8°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	41.0"
Annual Snowfall	25.1"

Demographics

Metric	Capon Bridge, WV	National Avg
Population	526	—
Median Age	23.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	42.2%	22.2%
65 and over	6.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lake Holiday, VA 6 mi Gore, VA 6 mi Shawneeland, VA 9 mi Paw Paw, WV 16 mi Winchester, VA 16 mi

ZIP Codes in Capon Bridge

Capon Bridge, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

26711

Capon Bridge vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Capon Bridge, WV affordable or expensive?

Capon Bridge's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Capon Bridge roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $195,000 and median rent is $1,026/month.

What is the crime rate in Capon Bridge, WV?

Crime data for Capon Bridge is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Capon Bridge?

Public schools in Capon Bridge are operated by Hampshire County Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1. 12.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Capon Bridge, WV a good place to live?

Capon Bridge, WV has a population of 526, a median household income of $63,125, and an unemployment rate of 2.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Capon Bridge?

Capon Bridge averages 40.8°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.0 inches with about 25.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Capon Bridge?

Capon Bridge, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 26711.

What is the population of Capon Bridge?

The population of Capon Bridge, West Virginia is 526 with a median age of 23.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Capon Bridge?

Key numbers for living in Capon Bridge: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $195,000, median household income $63,125, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Capon Bridge side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.