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26581

West Virginia · 870 residents · 48.6 sq mi
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ZIP 26581 is a ZIP code of 870 people in Wetzel County. At a median age of 57.5, this is an older place than the country as a whole. 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, below the 36% national rate. Owners hold 87% of the housing stock. 31.7% of residents live below the federal poverty line. Median home value sits at $71,800.

Population
870
Per capita income
$27,633
US average: $44,673
Median home value
$71,800
US average: $376,019
Bachelor's+
6.9%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
48.6 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Median age
57.5
Under 18
13.4%
Age 65+
36.3%
Male
47.5%
Female
52.5%
Avg household
2.04 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic93.3%(812)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other6.7%(58)
Diversity Score
16
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Within Wetzel County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWESTHIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
26155$64,485
26159$66,190
26167$57,470
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 26581?

ZIP code 26581 has about 870 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

Is ZIP code 26581 expensive?

In ZIP code 26581, the median home is worth about $71,800.

How educated are people in ZIP code 26581?

About 6.9% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 26581 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 26581?

About 31.7% of people in ZIP code 26581 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Wetzel County

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