Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.3% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 68 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,831 (44.7%) |
| Some College | 2,322 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 1,772 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,394 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,123 (17.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,614 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,872 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $805/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,825 |
| Vacant Units | 2,262 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Marshall County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 25,733 residents. With a median age of 44.43, it is a middle-aged county.
Marshall County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,614 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Marshall County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $134,872 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $805. Homeownership rates are high at 77.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Marshall County are primarily White (93.91%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Marshall County, WV is a solidly middle-class area in West Virginia. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26031 | Benwood | 1,556 | $50,474 | $93,500 | $840 | 2.0% | 24.4% |
| 26033 | Cameron | 1,806 | $59,500 | $152,800 | $696 | 4.3% | 38.1% |
| 26036 | Dallas | 457 | $119,219 | — | — | 0.0% | 28.9% |
| 26038 | Glen Dale | 2,926 | $88,409 | $202,400 | $907 | 1.9% | 54.2% |
| 26039 | Glen Easton | 383 | $42,000 | $195,000 | — | 0.0% | 39.9% |
| 26040 | Mcmechen | 1,855 | $43,235 | $88,000 | $545 | 7.2% | 23.8% |
| 26041 | Moundsville | 15,706 | $55,545 | $128,400 | $823 | 4.5% | 28.4% |
| 26055 | Proctor | 1,044 | $63,424 | — | $850 | 9.2% | 19.9% |