Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 12.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.4% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 36 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,783 (39.6%) |
| Some College | 581 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 595 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 346 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,163 (25.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,868 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $149,039 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $716/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,356 |
| Vacant Units | 1,697 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Tucker County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,295 residents. With a median age of 50.97, it is a mature county.
Tucker County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,867 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Tucker County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $149,039 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $716. Homeownership rates are high at 80.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Tucker County are primarily White (96.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Tucker County, WV is a solidly middle-class area in West Virginia. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26260 | Davis | 1,307 | $72,426 | $205,500 | $650 | 1.5% | 49.4% |
| 26269 | Hambleton | 983 | $62,917 | $155,100 | — | 5.4% | 24.8% |
| 26271 | Hendricks | 313 | $36,354 | $110,500 | $679 | 4.7% | 38.8% |
| 26287 | Parsons | 2,967 | $52,660 | $125,300 | $725 | 6.7% | 29.4% |
| 26292 | Thomas | 712 | $55,333 | $152,900 | $818 | 19.1% | 30.1% |