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26421

West Virginia · 198 residents · 17.089 sq mi
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ZIP 26421 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $41,250. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. The poverty rate of 20.7% is well above the national figure. Among the 7 ZIP codes in Ritchie County, 26421 ranks 6th by median household income.

$41,250
US average: $82,259
13.7%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
24.2%
Age 65+
22.2%
53.0%
47.0%
2.28 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic96.5%(191)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other3.5%(7)
Diversity Score8.5%(17)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Ritchie County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH OF 7HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
26148$44,177
26178$35,139
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 26421?

ZIP code 26421 has about 198 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 26421?

The typical household in ZIP code 26421 earns about $41,250 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

How educated are people in ZIP code 26421?

About 13.7% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 26421 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 26421?

About 20.7% of people in ZIP code 26421 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024