Berkeley County, West Virginia Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 2nd-largest in West Virginia

The population of Berkeley County, West Virginia is 126,165 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest county in West Virginia. The median household income is $77,329, the median home value is $248,000, and the median age is 38.7.

The population of Berkeley County has grown 30.2% since 2010 (104,638 → 136,287), a +1.91% annualized rate.

Berkeley County within West Virginia · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

126,165

Population

+1.91%

Annual growth

393

People / sq mi

$77,329

Median Income

$248,000

Median Home Value

Berkeley County covers 321 sq mi of land at 392.9 people per square mile.

About Berkeley County, WV

Berkeley County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 58.4% of the population. With 126,165 residents, Berkeley County is a county in West Virginia. That makes it one of the ten largest counties in West Virginia in the country, at #2 by population.

Median household income is $77,329, near the US median of $78,538. About 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $248,000, with typical rent around $1,238.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 24.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 9.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Berkeley County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Berkeley County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Berkeley County had a population of 104,638 in 2010 and 136,287 in 2024, a 30.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 136,287 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.91%.

Berkeley County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

136,287

Population (2024)

104,638

Population (2010)

136,287

Peak (2024)

1.91%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	104,638	-	-	estimate
2011	105,778	+1,140	+1.09%	estimate
2012	107,024	+1,246	+1.18%	estimate
2013	108,587	+1,563	+1.46%	estimate
2014	110,316	+1,729	+1.59%	estimate
2015	111,824	+1,508	+1.37%	estimate
2016	113,621	+1,797	+1.61%	estimate
2017	115,234	+1,613	+1.42%	estimate
2018	117,472	+2,238	+1.94%	estimate
2019	119,623	+2,151	+1.83%	estimate
2020	122,699	+3,076	+2.57%	estimate
2021	126,194	+3,495	+2.85%	estimate
2022	129,538	+3,344	+2.65%	estimate
2023	132,851	+3,313	+2.56%	estimate
2024	136,287	+3,436	+2.59%	estimate

Race & Ethnicity

White	82.3%
Black or African American	7.2%
Asian	0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	0.9%
Two or More Races	0.0%

Age & Sex

38.7

Median Age

50.1%

Female

49.9%

Male

15.1%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5

6.1%

5–9

6.3%

10–14

6.7%

15–19

6.1%

20–24

5.4%

25–34

14.3%

35–44

13.7%

45–54

13.1%

55–59

6.8%

60–64

6.3%

65–74

9.9%

75–84

3.9%

85+

1.3%

Children (under 15): 19.1% · Seniors (65+): 15.1%

Income & Poverty

Median household income	$77,329+$19,412 vs state
Mean household income	$95,488
Per-capita income	$37,533
Poverty rate	8.2%-3.7% vs state
Unemployment rate	3.2%
Employment-to-population	63.3%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services

23.1%

Manufacturing

13.5%

Finance & real estate

9.0%

Retail trade

8.6%

Public administration

7.6%

Construction

7.5%

Education & health care

6.0%

Information

4.5%

The largest employment sector in Berkeley County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.1% of workers.

How residents commute

0.4%

Drive alone

1.1%

Carpool

79.4%

Public transit

9.5%

Work from home

30.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$248,000+$92,400 vs state

Median home value

$1,238

Median rent

75.4%

Homeownership rate

52,511

Total housing units

94.0%

Occupied

6.0%

Vacant

24.6%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

93.8%

With health insurance

96.2%

With broadband internet

58.4%

Foreign-born

9.2%

Veterans (18+)

13.9%

With a disability

94.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

90.6%

High School+

24.3%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Berkeley County, West Virginia has a population of 126,165 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest county in West Virginia. Population density is 393 people per square mile.

The population of Berkeley County has grown 30.2% since 2010 (104,638 → 136,287), a +1.91% annualized rate.

The median household income in Berkeley County, West Virginia is $77,329, with mean (average) household income of $95,488 and per-capita income of $37,533. 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Berkeley County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.3%), Black or African American (7.2%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Berkeley County, West Virginia is 38.7 years. Residents are 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

The median home value in Berkeley County is $248,000 and median monthly rent is $1,238. 75.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 52,511 total housing units, 6.0% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Berkeley County, West Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

Charleston is among the largest cities associated with Berkeley County, West Virginia, with a population of 47,918.