Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 15.3% ▲ 53% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.6% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.7% ▲ 98% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 70 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,704 (41.4%) |
| Some College | 1,546 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 1,180 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 778 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,659 (18.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,066 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $136,176 ▼ 51% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $547/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,249 |
| Vacant Units | 776 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Taylor County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,073 residents. With a median age of 44.11, it is a middle-aged county.
Taylor County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,066 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.7%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Taylor County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $136,176 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $547. Homeownership rates are high at 85.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Taylor County are primarily White (95.77%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Taylor County, WV is a solidly middle-class area in West Virginia. The 5 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.