Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.9% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 545 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,659 (27.2%) |
| Some College | 5,549 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 5,216 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,286 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,873 (35.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,384 ▲ 26% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $326,537 ▲ 17% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,120/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 25,189 |
| Vacant Units | 2,341 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jefferson County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 61,054 residents. With a median age of 40.69, it is a middle-aged county.
Jefferson County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $96,384 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Jefferson County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $326,537 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,120. Homeownership rates are high at 79.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jefferson County are primarily White (80.96%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Jefferson County, WV is a middle-income area in West Virginia. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25414 | Charles Town | 20,273 | $101,020 | $365,500 | $1,036 | 3.7% | 47.2% |
| 25425 | Harpers Ferry | 13,404 | $90,059 | $303,800 | $1,173 | 4.5% | 44.4% |
| 25430 | Kearneysville | 8,215 | $86,808 | $279,500 | $1,333 | 3.4% | 34.7% |
| 25432 | Millville | 113 | $47,750 | $190,000 | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 25438 | Ranson | 7,356 | $82,825 | $228,700 | $1,112 | 3.6% | 26.3% |
| 25442 | Shenandoah Junction | 2,918 | $120,217 | $352,900 | $1,155 | 1.0% | 38.0% |
| 25443 | Shepherdstown | 7,298 | $103,933 | $395,400 | $1,013 | 4.9% | 65.2% |
| 25446 | Summit Point | 1,477 | $130,278 | $365,100 | — | 10.0% | 41.7% |