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ZIP Code 24850

McDowell, West Virginia

FIPS 24850

Juniper

ZIP Code 24850 is in the top 36% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

53.1

Lower than 64% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

29

Median Age

69.7

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

81.3

Winter Avg Low (°F)

26.3

Avg Temperature (°F)

54

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

18.1

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

112.1

Annual Precipitation (in)

46.9

Annual Snowfall (in)

16

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

53.1

Lower than 64%

The full report

Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.

  • People

  • Work & Money

  • Housing

  • Amenities

  • Environment & Risk

ZIP Code 24850: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in ZIP Code 24850?
ZIP Code 24850 averages 54°F year-round, summer highs near 81.3°F, winter lows around 26.3°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 16 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 24850 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 24850's FEMA National Risk Index score is 53.1 (lower than 64% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is strong_wind.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →