Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 14.4% ▲ 44% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.7% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 52% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 357 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,442 (37.2%) |
| Some College | 2,844 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 3,130 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,815 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,077 (22.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,529 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,604 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $737/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,196 |
| Vacant Units | 1,407 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hancock County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 32,442 residents. With a median age of 46.78, it is a mature county.
Hancock County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,528 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.5%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Hancock County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $123,604 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $736. Homeownership rates are high at 72.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hancock County are primarily White (91.88%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Hancock County, WV is a solidly middle-class area in West Virginia. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26034 | Chester | 4,555 | $57,382 | $117,400 | $769 | 5.7% | 34.4% |
| 26047 | New Cumberland | 5,404 | $63,403 | $145,500 | $692 | 5.0% | 29.5% |
| 26056 | New Manchester | 258 | $95,673 | $76,400 | — | 17.3% | 40.8% |
| 26050 | Newell | 1,504 | $31,250 | $82,900 | $661 | 23.9% | 28.1% |
| 26062 | Weirton | 20,721 | $59,027 | $122,800 | $747 | 7.2% | 36.5% |