US ZIP Code
25036

Cannelton, WV

Fayette County  ·  West Virginia

● Active
👥 257 Population ↑ 58% since 2019
💰 $56,410 Median HH Income
▼ 26% below avg
🎂 61.3 Median Age ↓ 4% since 2019
🏠 $40,800 Median Home Value
▼ 85% below avg
🎓 26.1% College Grads
▼ 33% below avg
📊 20.2% Unemployment
▲ 313% above avg ↓ 68% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code25036
CityCannelton
StateWest Virginia (WV)
CountyFayette County
Area Code304/681
Elevation1,323 ft
Latitude38.182341
Longitude-81.271114
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS54019
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 42.0% (108) Female 58.0% (149) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 64.2%Black: 35.8%Race
White64.2%
Black35.8%

Age Breakdown

25–44
40%
45–64
40%
65+
16%

Key Indicators

Median Age61.3 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.74
Below Poverty0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
College Grads26.1% ▼ 33% below avg
Unemployment20.2% ▲ 313% above avg
HS Graduate190 (73.9%)
Bachelors67 (26.1%)

Education

HS Grad: 73.9%Bachelors: 26.1%Edu
HS Grad73.9%
Bachelors26.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 54.7%Renter: 45.3%Tenure
Owner54.7%
Renter45.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
88%
$50k–100k
12%

Financials

Median HH Income$56,410 ▼ 26% below avg
Median Home Value$40,800 ▼ 85% below avg
Home/Income Ratio0.7x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units159
Vacant Units11
Avg HH Size1.74

Income Distribution

$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
64%
$75k–100k
22%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
100%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
20%
15–30 min
49%
Over 45 min
32%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
18%
1980s–1990s
29%
2000+
53%

Summary

Total Units159
Vacant11
Owner Occupied54.7%
Renter Occupied45.3%
Avg HH Size1.74
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 25036 is in Cannelton, WV, in Fayette County.
ZIP code 25036 is located in West Virginia (WV).
ZIP code 25036 is in Fayette County, WV.
ZIP 25036 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 25036 is 257 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 25036 is $56,410 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 25036 is $40,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 25036

ZIP code 25036 is located in Cannelton, West Virginia, within Fayette County. With a population of 257, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.3 years. Economically, 25036 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,410 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 25036 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $40,800 is well below the national average. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.7%) and renters (45.3%).

The population of 25036 is majority White (64.20%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average.

The unemployment rate in 25036 stands at 20.2%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 100%.

Overall, ZIP code 25036 in Cannelton, WV is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and an older community. With 257 residents, a median household income of $56,410, and a median home value of $40,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of West Virginia.