What are the schools like in McConnell, WV?

McConnell is served primarily by Logan County Schools. The district operates 11 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What is the median household income in McConnell?

The median household income in McConnell, WV is $26,991 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 58.4%.

What is the weather like in McConnell, WV?

McConnell has an average high temperature of 44.5°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 14.8 inches.

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

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

McConnell has a violent crime rate of 253.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 9.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is McConnell, WV a Good Place to Live?

McConnell is a small town of 899 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $26,991 and a 58.4% unemployment rate.

Strengths: McConnell stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

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

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the McConnell metro area.

Metric	McConnell, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$84,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$26,991	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

McConnell's violent crime rate is 253.0 per 100,000 residents — 33% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

253.0 /100k

Property Crime

9.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

McConnell is served primarily by Logan County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	McConnell, WV	National Avg
School District	Logan County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	11	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

McConnell sees average highs of 44.5°F in January and 88.6°F in July, with 49.2 inches of annual precipitation and 14.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	McConnell, WV
Average High — January	44.5°F
Average High — July	88.6°F
Annual Precipitation	49.2"
Annual Snowfall	14.8"

Demographics

Metric	McConnell, WV	National Avg
Population	899	—
Median Age	43.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	58.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	36.3%	22.2%
65 and over	17.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Stollings, WV 1 mi Monaville, WV 2 mi Logan, WV 2 mi Rossmore, WV 2 mi West Logan, WV 3 mi

ZIP Codes in McConnell

McConnell, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

25646

McConnell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is McConnell, WV affordable or expensive?

McConnell has a median home value of $84,300 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $26,991.

What is the crime rate in McConnell, WV?

McConnell's violent crime rate is 253.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 9.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in McConnell?

Public schools in McConnell are operated by Logan County Schools. The district has 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1. 11.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is McConnell, WV a good place to live?

McConnell, WV has a population of 899, a median household income of $26,991, and an unemployment rate of 58.4%. 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 McConnell?

McConnell averages 44.5°F in January and 88.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.2 inches with about 14.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in McConnell?

McConnell, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 25646.

What is the population of McConnell?

The population of McConnell, West Virginia is 899 with a median age of 43.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in McConnell?

Key numbers for living in McConnell: median home $84,300, median household income $26,991, crime index 40 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare McConnell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.