Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 60% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 166 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,922 (40.7%) |
| Some College | 1,700 (14%) |
| Associates | 1,452 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 1,419 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,446 (20.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,132 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,282 ▼ 55% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $615/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,722 |
| Vacant Units | 1,183 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Brooke County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,233 residents. With a median age of 46.56, it is a mature county.
Brooke County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,131 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.8%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Brooke County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $124,282 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $615. Homeownership rates are high at 78.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Brooke County are primarily White (94.16%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Brooke County, WV is a working-class area in West Virginia. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26030 | Beech Bottom | 588 | $30,000 | $62,800 | $795 | 8.2% | 16.6% |
| 26032 | Bethany | 1,109 | $39,583 | $85,400 | $814 | 10.7% | 60.2% |
| 26035 | Colliers | 2,134 | $53,649 | $150,500 | — | 13.3% | 27.9% |
| 26037 | Follansbee | 5,727 | $56,713 | $130,800 | $623 | 3.9% | 32.7% |
| 26070 | Wellsburg | 7,951 | $55,729 | $126,900 | $552 | 8.7% | 32.7% |
| 26075 | Windsor Heights | 569 | $60,938 | $63,100 | $843 | 10.9% | 18.5% |