Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 357 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,363 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 3,684 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 4,875 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,759 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,620 (29.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,766 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $220,536 ▼ 21% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,007/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 23,270 |
| Vacant Units | 2,071 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Putnam County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 52,689 residents. With a median age of 43.03, it is a middle-aged county.
Putnam County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $81,765 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.1% is near the national average.
Housing in Putnam County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $220,536 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,006. Homeownership rates are high at 83.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Putnam County are primarily White (94.47%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Putnam County, WV is a middle-income area in West Virginia. The 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25011 | Bancroft | 472 | $75,938 | $114,100 | $815 | 0.8% | 13.0% |
| 25033 | Buffalo | 1,903 | $57,500 | $110,300 | $724 | 3.7% | 20.6% |
| 25070 | Eleanor | 1,932 | $75,978 | $208,900 | $1,011 | 0.6% | 33.0% |
| 25082 | Fraziers Bottom | 1,847 | $66,792 | $251,300 | — | 0.0% | 26.5% |
| 25109 | Hometown | 699 | $40,500 | $167,600 | — | 0.0% | 17.9% |
| 25526 | Hurricane | 22,522 | $81,187 | $231,800 | $904 | 3.1% | 44.2% |
| 25124 | Liberty | 1,714 | $46,250 | $142,000 | — | 0.0% | 14.8% |
| 25159 | Poca | 4,207 | $56,366 | $155,400 | $643 | 14.2% | 23.3% |
| 25168 | Red House | 2,827 | $102,757 | $198,000 | $1,051 | 2.6% | 29.1% |
| 25560 | Scott Depot | 8,292 | $104,432 | $257,200 | $1,520 | 1.8% | 56.4% |
| 25213 | Winfield | 6,274 | $89,750 | $248,800 | $1,020 | 1.3% | 47.5% |