What are the schools like in Middlebourne, WV?

Middlebourne is served primarily by Tyler County Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.6:1.

What is the median household income in Middlebourne?

The median household income in Middlebourne, WV is $62,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.8%.

What is the weather like in Middlebourne, WV?

Middlebourne has an average high temperature of 39.1°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Middlebourne, WV affordable or expensive?

Middlebourne's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Middlebourne is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $111,300 and the median rent is $575 per month.

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

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

Is Middlebourne, WV a Good Place to Live?

Middlebourne is a small town of 830 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $62,000 and a 3.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Middlebourne is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Middlebourne 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: 87.9

Middlebourne's overall cost of living index is 87.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Middlebourne costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Middlebourne, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$111,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$575	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Middlebourne is served primarily by Tyler County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Middlebourne, WV	National Avg
School District	Tyler County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Middlebourne sees average highs of 39.1°F in January and 84.1°F in July, with 47.1 inches of annual precipitation and 27.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Middlebourne, WV
Average High — January	39.1°F
Average High — July	84.1°F
Annual Precipitation	47.1"
Annual Snowfall	27.3"

Demographics

Metric	Middlebourne, WV	National Avg
Population	830	—
Median Age	47.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.1%	22.2%
65 and over	28.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sistersville, WV 6 mi Paden City, WV 8 mi Friendly, WV 8 mi Matamoras, OH 9 mi Sardis, OH 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Middlebourne

Middlebourne, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

26149

Middlebourne vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Middlebourne, WV affordable or expensive?

Middlebourne's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Middlebourne roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $111,300 and median rent is $575/month.

What is the crime rate in Middlebourne, WV?

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

What are the schools like in Middlebourne?

Public schools in Middlebourne are operated by Tyler County Schools. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.6:1. 30.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Middlebourne, WV a good place to live?

Middlebourne, WV has a population of 830, a median household income of $62,000, and an unemployment rate of 3.8%. 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 Middlebourne?

Middlebourne averages 39.1°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.1 inches with about 27.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Middlebourne?

Middlebourne, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 26149.

What is the population of Middlebourne?

The population of Middlebourne, West Virginia is 830 with a median age of 47.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Middlebourne?

Key numbers for living in Middlebourne: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $111,300, median household income $62,000, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Middlebourne side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.