Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 21.0% ▲ 110% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.9% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 85% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 139 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,026 (50.2%) |
| Some College | 1,141 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 730 (9.1%) |
| Bachelors | 594 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,389 (17.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,024 ▼ 42% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,657 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $670/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,632 |
| Vacant Units | 1,447 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Roane County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 12,872 residents. With a median age of 46.27, it is a mature county.
Roane County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $44,023 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.1%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 21.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Roane County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $131,657 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $670. Homeownership rates are high at 76.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Roane County are primarily White (95.03%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Roane County, WV is a working-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25243 | Gandeeville | 686 | $39,219 | $112,500 | — | 5.8% | 22.5% |
| 25251 | Left Hand | 564 | $51,939 | $187,100 | $650 | 0.0% | 34.8% |
| 25259 | Looneyville | 821 | $36,700 | $190,500 | — | 0.0% | 20.3% |
| 25266 | Newton | 842 | $80,444 | $190,700 | — | 0.0% | 29.4% |
| 25270 | Reedy | 970 | $45,455 | $206,300 | — | 5.1% | 25.5% |
| 25276 | Spencer | 7,355 | $38,750 | $109,600 | $672 | 11.5% | 24.4% |
| 25286 | Walton | 1,388 | $52,368 | $110,900 | — | 11.8% | 18.5% |