| ZIP Code | 26150 |
|---|---|
| City | Mineral Wells |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| County | Wood County |
| Area Code | 304/681 |
| Elevation | 831 ft |
| Latitude | 39.134707 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.535127 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 54107 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 41% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 76 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,411 (35.6%) |
| Some College | 593 (15%) |
| Associates | 458 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 575 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 847 (21.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,004 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $172,100 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $873/mo |
| Total Units | 2,720 |
| Vacant Units | 277 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,720 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 277 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 26150 is located in Mineral Wells, West Virginia, within Wood County. With a population of 5,928, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.7 years. Economically, 26150 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,004 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 26150 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $172,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $873 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 11% since 2019.
The population of 26150 is primarily White (97.28%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.9%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 26150 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 26150 in Mineral Wells, WV is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,928 residents, a median household income of $67,004, and a median home value of $172,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of West Virginia.