| ZIP Code | 24701 |
|---|---|
| City | Bluefield |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| County | Mercer County |
| Area Code | 304/681 |
| Elevation | 2,687 ft |
| Latitude | 37.305951 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.204941 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 54055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 33% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,555 (32.7%) |
| Some College | 1,791 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 2,017 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,112 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,366 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,188 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $100,000 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,419 |
| Vacant Units | 1,706 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,419 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,706 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 24701 is located in Bluefield, West Virginia, within Mercer County. With a population of 17,943, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.3 years. Economically, 24701 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $44,188 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 24701 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $100,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $775 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 24701 is primarily White (82.11%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 24701 stands at 6.5%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 24701 in Bluefield, WV is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,943 residents, a median household income of $44,188, and a median home value of $100,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of West Virginia.