| ZIP Code | 26263 |
|---|---|
| City | Dryfork |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| County | Randolph County |
| Area Code | 304/681 |
| Elevation | 4,012 ft |
| Latitude | 38.957044 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.43582 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 54093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.0 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.09 |
| Below Poverty | 31.5% ▲ 215% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 37 (25.2%) |
| Some College | 37 (25.2%) |
| Associates | 19 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 54 (36.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,574 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $74,100 ▼ 73% below avg ↓ 71% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 356 |
| Vacant Units | 245 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 356 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 245 |
| Owner Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 0.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.09 |
ZIP code 26263 is located in Dryfork, West Virginia, within Randolph County. With a population of 232, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54 years. Economically, 26263 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,574 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 26263 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $74,100 is well below the national average. Median home values have decreased by 71% since 2019.
The population of 26263 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 31.5%.
A notably high share of workers — 28% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 26263 in Dryfork, WV is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 232 residents, a median household income of $57,574, and a median home value of $74,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of West Virginia.