Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.1% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 50% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 88 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,200 (43.7%) |
| Some College | 987 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 447 (8.9%) |
| Bachelors | 495 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 819 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,001 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,649 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $713/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,782 |
| Vacant Units | 935 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Tyler County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,312 residents. With a median age of 48.06, it is a mature county.
Tyler County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,000 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Tyler County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $120,649 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $712. Homeownership rates are high at 84.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Tyler County are primarily White (95.54%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Tyler 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26320 | Alma | 705 | $65,813 | $79,100 | — | 4.3% | 24.5% |
| 26146 | Friendly | 1,109 | $50,893 | $165,000 | $850 | 16.2% | 38.4% |
| 26149 | Middlebourne | 2,330 | $60,750 | $123,600 | $688 | 3.9% | 25.2% |
| 26175 | Sistersville | 3,168 | $59,036 | $112,200 | $683 | 7.4% | 22.9% |