Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 19.0% ▲ 90% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.5% ▼ 47% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 75% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 58 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,928 (50.4%) |
| Some College | 1,568 (16%) |
| Associates | 1,193 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 781 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,256 (12.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,849 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,980 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $797/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,938 |
| Vacant Units | 1,148 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Barbour County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 15,738 residents. With a median age of 42.26, it is a middle-aged county.
Barbour County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,849 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Barbour County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $120,980 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $796. Homeownership rates are high at 79.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Barbour County are primarily White (90.95%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 20.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Barbour County, WV is a working-class area in West Virginia. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26250 | Belington | 5,743 | $46,132 | $107,800 | $817 | 7.9% | 17.4% |
| 26349 | Galloway | 239 | $60,486 | — | — | 19.4% | 15.0% |
| 26275 | Junior | 594 | $48,889 | $75,000 | $659 | 14.4% | 6.0% |
| 26405 | Moatsville | 956 | $87,857 | $98,800 | — | 0.0% | 26.8% |
| 26416 | Philippi | 7,157 | $48,740 | $136,500 | $792 | 8.4% | 23.3% |
| 26238 | Volga | 1,049 | $41,250 | $133,500 | — | 15.6% | 22.8% |