West Virginia Population & Demographics
West Virginia has a population of 1,784,462, ranking #39 among US states. The median household income is $57,917 and the median age is 42.7.
US states by population — West Virginia is #39
1,784,462
Population
#39
By Population
$57,917
Median Income
42.7
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 49.9% · Female: 50.1%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.9% |
| Black or African American | 3.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
Economy & Income
$57,917
Median Household Income
$32,949
Per Capita Income
11.9%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
$78,799
Mean Household Income
50.4%
Employment Rate
Education
88.6%
High School Graduate+
23.3%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$155,600
Median Home Value
$850
Median Rent
859,653
Total Housing Units
74.3%
Owner-Occupied
25.7%
Renter-Occupied
16.1%
Vacant
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
2.6%
Carpool
8.0%
Work From Home
26.6 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in West Virginia
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charleston city | 47,918 | $64,512 | $187,300 |
| 2 | Huntington city | 46,189 | $43,146 | $118,800 |
| 3 | Morgantown city | 30,273 | $42,245 | $238,200 |
| 4 | Parkersburg city | 29,461 | $44,675 | $113,900 |
| 5 | Wheeling city | 26,670 | $48,498 | $142,500 |
| 6 | Martinsburg city | 18,805 | $54,590 | $231,900 |
| 7 | Weirton city | 18,785 | $56,699 | $122,800 |
| 8 | Fairmont city | 18,303 | $60,791 | $159,100 |
| 9 | Beckley city | 16,977 | $39,939 | $148,800 |
| 10 | Clarksburg city | 15,829 | $46,859 | $114,600 |
| 11 | Teays Valley Cdp | 13,961 | $106,798 | $271,900 |
| 12 | South Charleston city | 13,594 | $59,616 | $144,800 |
| 13 | St. Albans city | 10,637 | $58,788 | $131,800 |
| 14 | Vienna city | 10,575 | $65,211 | $155,500 |
| 15 | Cheat Lake Cdp | 10,485 | $111,379 | $345,500 |
| 16 | Cross Lanes Cdp | 10,172 | $62,704 | $144,000 |
Counties in West Virginia
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kanawha County | 178,198 | $58,887 |
| 2 | Berkeley County | 126,165 | $77,329 |
| 3 | Monongalia County | 106,520 | $62,704 |
| 4 | Cabell County | 93,300 | $52,828 |
| 5 | Wood County | 83,829 | $56,193 |
| 6 | Raleigh County | 73,666 | $52,055 |
| 7 | Harrison County | 65,407 | $58,326 |
| 8 | Mercer County | 59,062 | $47,799 |
| 9 | Jefferson County | 58,546 | $95,523 |
| 10 | Putnam County | 57,250 | $77,871 |
| 11 | Marion County | 56,042 | $67,537 |
| 12 | Ohio County | 41,904 | $57,867 |
| 13 | Fayette County | 39,987 | $52,672 |
| 14 | Wayne County | 38,498 | $55,539 |
| 15 | Preston County | 34,204 | $61,373 |
| 16 | Greenbrier County | 32,688 | $48,662 |
| 17 | Logan County | 31,826 | $47,237 |
| 18 | Marshall County | 30,129 | $60,329 |
| 19 | Hancock County | 28,658 | $61,017 |
| 20 | Randolph County | 27,782 | $55,057 |
Frequently Asked Questions
West Virginia has a population of 1,784,462 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #39 most populated state.
The median household income in West Virginia is $57,917, with a per capita income of $32,949. 11.9% of the population lives below the poverty level.
West Virginia is 90.9% White, 3.3% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 1.1% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.