| ZIP Code | 25177 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint Albans |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| County | Kanawha County |
| Area Code | 304/681 |
| Elevation | 566 ft |
| Latitude | 38.369399 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.850811 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 54039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 20.8% ▲ 108% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 242 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,579 (36.8%) |
| Some College | 2,096 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 2,179 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,344 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,738 (24.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,789 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,100 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $837/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,250 |
| Vacant Units | 1,467 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,250 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,467 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 25177 is located in Saint Albans, West Virginia, within Kanawha County. With a population of 23,211, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 25177 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,789 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 25177 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $129,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $837 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 25177 is primarily White (89.07%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.8%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 25177 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 25177 in Saint Albans, WV is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,211 residents, a median household income of $54,789, and a median home value of $129,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of West Virginia.