| ZIP Code | 26169 |
|---|---|
| City | Rockport |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| County | Wood County |
| Area Code | 304/681 |
| Elevation | 897 ft |
| Latitude | 39.072207 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.571589 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 54107 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 22.2% ▼ 43% below avg |
| Unemployment | 15.5% ▲ 217% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (6.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 181 (31.6%) |
| Some College | 110 (19.2%) |
| Associates | 115 (20.1%) |
| Bachelors | 81 (14.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 46 (8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,193 ▼ 36% below avg ↓ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $114,700 ▼ 59% below avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 355 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 355 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 77.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 26169 is located in Rockport, West Virginia, within Wood County. With a population of 837, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 26169 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,193 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 26169 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $114,700 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 77.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 8% since 2019.
The population of 26169 is primarily White (96.42%). Residents are less-educated — 22.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has declined by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 26169 stands at 15.5%, which is more than double the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 26169 in Rockport, WV is characterized as working-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 837 residents, a median household income of $49,193, and a median home value of $114,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of West Virginia.