What are the schools like in Grafton, WV?

Grafton is served primarily by Taylor County Schools. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Grafton?

The median household income in Grafton, WV is $38,934 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

What is the weather like in Grafton, WV?

Grafton has an average high temperature of 38.7°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Grafton, WV affordable or expensive?

Grafton's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Grafton is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $85,400 and the median rent is $420 per month.

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

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

Is Grafton, WV a Good Place to Live?

Grafton is a small town of 4,711 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $38,934 and a 11.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

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

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

All Grafton 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: 84.1

Grafton's overall cost of living index is 84.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Grafton costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Grafton, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$85,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$420	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,934	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

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

Schools & Education

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

Metric	Grafton, WV	National Avg
School District	Taylor County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Grafton sees average highs of 38.7°F in January and 81.2°F in July, with 48.6 inches of annual precipitation and 25.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Grafton, WV
Average High — January	38.7°F
Average High — July	81.2°F
Annual Precipitation	48.6"
Annual Snowfall	25.5"

Demographics

Metric	Grafton, WV	National Avg
Population	4,711	—
Median Age	39.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	23.1%	22.2%
65 and over	15.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Flemington, WV 8 mi Newburg, WV 9 mi Galloway, WV 9 mi White Hall, WV 11 mi Pleasant Valley, WV 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Grafton

Grafton, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

26354

Grafton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grafton, WV affordable or expensive?

Grafton's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Grafton roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $85,400 and median rent is $420/month.

What is the crime rate in Grafton, WV?

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

What are the schools like in Grafton?

Public schools in Grafton are operated by Taylor County Schools. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 13.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Grafton, WV a good place to live?

Grafton, WV has a population of 4,711, a median household income of $38,934, and an unemployment rate of 11.3%. 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 Grafton?

Grafton averages 38.7°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.6 inches with about 25.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Grafton?

Grafton, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 26354.

What is the population of Grafton?

The population of Grafton, West Virginia is 4,711 with a median age of 39.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Grafton?

Key numbers for living in Grafton: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $85,400, median household income $38,934, crime index 5 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Grafton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.