What are the schools like in Wellsburg, WV?

Wellsburg is served primarily by Brooke County Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Wellsburg?

The median household income in Wellsburg, WV is $39,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.1%.

What is the weather like in Wellsburg, WV?

Wellsburg has an average high temperature of 36.5°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Wellsburg, WV affordable or expensive?

Wellsburg's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wellsburg is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $96,200 and the median rent is $572 per month.

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

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

Is Wellsburg, WV a Good Place to Live?

Wellsburg is a small town of 2,180 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $39,000 and a 13.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Wellsburg 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 Wellsburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Wellsburg 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: 88.8

Wellsburg's overall cost of living index is 88.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Wellsburg costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Wellsburg, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$96,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$572	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	80.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$39,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Wellsburg is served primarily by Brooke County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Wellsburg, WV	National Avg
School District	Brooke County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Wellsburg sees average highs of 36.5°F in January and 82.9°F in July, with 43.2 inches of annual precipitation and 15.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Wellsburg, WV
Average High — January	36.5°F
Average High — July	82.9°F
Annual Precipitation	43.2"
Annual Snowfall	15.2"

Demographics

Metric	Wellsburg, WV	National Avg
Population	2,180	—
Median Age	59.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	7.3%	22.2%
65 and over	41.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Brilliant, OH 2 mi Hooverson Heights, WV 3 mi Mingo Junction, OH 3 mi New Alexandria, OH 3 mi Follansbee, WV 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Wellsburg

Wellsburg, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

26070

Wellsburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wellsburg, WV affordable or expensive?

Wellsburg's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Wellsburg roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $96,200 and median rent is $572/month.

What is the crime rate in Wellsburg, WV?

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

What are the schools like in Wellsburg?

Public schools in Wellsburg are operated by Brooke County Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 17.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wellsburg, WV a good place to live?

Wellsburg, WV has a population of 2,180, a median household income of $39,000, and an unemployment rate of 13.1%. 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 Wellsburg?

Wellsburg averages 36.5°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.2 inches with about 15.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Wellsburg?

Wellsburg, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 26070.

What is the population of Wellsburg?

The population of Wellsburg, West Virginia is 2,180 with a median age of 59.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wellsburg?

Key numbers for living in Wellsburg: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $96,200, median household income $39,000, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wellsburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.