What are the schools like in Flatwoods, WV?

Flatwoods is served primarily by Braxton County Schools. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1.

What is the median household income in Flatwoods?

The median household income in Flatwoods, WV is $51,094 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 20.6%.

What is the weather like in Flatwoods, WV?

Flatwoods has an average high temperature of 42.7°F in January and 86.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 17.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Flatwoods, WV affordable or expensive?

Flatwoods's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Flatwoods is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $89,400 and the median rent is $681 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Flatwoods, WV?

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

Is Flatwoods, WV a Good Place to Live?

Flatwoods is a small town of 411 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $51,094 and a 20.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Flatwoods is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Flatwoods 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: 88.2

Flatwoods's overall cost of living index is 88.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Flatwoods costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Flatwoods, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$89,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$681	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,094	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Flatwoods is served primarily by Braxton County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Flatwoods, WV	National Avg
School District	Braxton County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Flatwoods sees average highs of 42.7°F in January and 86.9°F in July, with 52.3 inches of annual precipitation and 17.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Flatwoods, WV
Average High — January	42.7°F
Average High — July	86.9°F
Annual Precipitation	52.3"
Annual Snowfall	17.3"

Demographics

Metric	Flatwoods, WV	National Avg
Population	411	—
Median Age	37.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	20.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.0%	22.2%
65 and over	10.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sutton, WV 5 mi Gassaway, WV 7 mi Burnsville, WV 10 mi Sand Fork, WV 15 mi Birch River, WV 16 mi

ZIP Codes in Flatwoods

Flatwoods, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

26621

Flatwoods vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flatwoods, WV affordable or expensive?

Flatwoods's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Flatwoods roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $89,400 and median rent is $681/month.

What is the crime rate in Flatwoods, WV?

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

What are the schools like in Flatwoods?

Public schools in Flatwoods are operated by Braxton County Schools. The district has 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1. 10.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Flatwoods, WV a good place to live?

Flatwoods, WV has a population of 411, a median household income of $51,094, and an unemployment rate of 20.6%. 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 Flatwoods?

Flatwoods averages 42.7°F in January and 86.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.3 inches with about 17.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Flatwoods?

Flatwoods, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 26621.

What is the population of Flatwoods?

The population of Flatwoods, West Virginia is 411 with a median age of 37.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Flatwoods?

Key numbers for living in Flatwoods: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $89,400, median household income $51,094, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Flatwoods side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.