Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.9% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 47 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,090 (42.8%) |
| Some College | 2,138 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 1,996 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,225 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,422 (23.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,397 ▼ 10% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $179,529 ▼ 36% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $708/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,835 |
| Vacant Units | 1,975 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mineral County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 27,403 residents. With a median age of 44.98, it is a middle-aged county.
Mineral County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $68,397 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Mineral County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $179,529 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $707. Homeownership rates are high at 80.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mineral County are primarily White (92.56%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Mineral 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26710 | Burlington | 2,043 | $75,852 | $191,800 | $725 | 5.8% | 25.3% |
| 26717 | Elk Garden | 1,421 | $65,833 | $87,800 | — | 11.3% | 15.0% |
| 26719 | Fort Ashby | 2,020 | $47,011 | $197,900 | $775 | 6.4% | 20.7% |
| 26726 | Keyser | 12,619 | $68,189 | $168,400 | $629 | 3.7% | 40.0% |
| 26743 | New Creek | 2,126 | $65,814 | $232,400 | — | 5.8% | 30.4% |
| 26750 | Piedmont | 897 | $44,688 | $44,500 | $496 | 10.1% | 18.0% |
| 26753 | Ridgeley | 5,858 | $76,445 | $214,400 | $880 | 9.7% | 39.8% |
| 26767 | Wiley Ford | 419 | $101,477 | $210,700 | — | 10.4% | 55.1% |