Location: Mineral County, WV | Metro: Mineral County, WV
Based on 1% Rule: A+ (≥1.5%) | A (≥1.2%) | B (≥1.0%) | C (≥0.8%) | D (≥0.6%) | F (<0.6%)
| Unit Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $870 |
| 1 Bedroom | $900 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,050 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,490 |
| 5 Bedrooms | $1,728 |
| 6 Bedrooms | $1,935 |
| 7 Bedrooms | $2,090 |
| 8 Bedrooms | $2,195 |
Zillow median home prices vs Section 8 FMR rates (Data: 2026-08-31)
| Bedrooms | Monthly FMR | Median Price | 1% Rule | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3BR | $1,420 | $200,681 | 0.71% | D |
U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)
To classify ZIP code 26767, we must analyze both its yield potential and stability. The yield can be assessed by comparing the Fair Market Rent (FMR) to the median home value. For fiscal year 2024, the FMR is $1150, while the median home value is $164,982. This indicates that the rental income per unit would be relatively low compared to the investment cost, suggesting a lower yield.
The stability of the market can be gauged by looking at the percentage of renters, the days on market (DOM), and the median household income. In ZIP 26767, 5.4% of residents are renters, which is a very low figure. The median household income is $92,073, which is quite substantial but does not directly correlate with higher rental demand. The lack of data on DOM suggests either limited listings or a stable housing market where homes are sold quickly without much time spent on the market.
Given these factors, ZIP 26767 appears to be a steady-cashflow zone rather than a high-yield/low-stability flip-style market. The low renter population means that the primary market is homeowners, which reduces the risk of high vacancy rates. However, the yield is constrained by the relatively low FMR compared to the high median home value. Therefore, investors should expect modest returns and a stable environment, with little chance for rapid appreciation through flipping properties due to the strong owner-occupied market.
To summarize, the classification of ZIP 26767 is a steady-cashflow zone. The figures driving this conclusion are the 5.4% renters indicating a stable ownership base, the substantial median income of $92,073 supporting property values, and the FMR of $1150 versus the median home value of $164,982, pointing towards a lower yield but consistent cash flow.
Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Median home prices from Zillow (2026-08-31). Demographics from U.S. Census (2024).
About FMR: Fair Market Rent (FMR) is used to determine payment standards for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, initial renewal rents for some expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, and rent ceilings for HOME Investment Partnerships.