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26601

West Virginia · 4,121 residents · 126.729 sq mi
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ZIP 26601 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $50,469. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $116,600. With a median age of 44.5, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 11 ZIP codes in Braxton County, 26601 ranks 5th by median household income.

$50,469
US average: $82,259
$116,600
US average: $376,019
13.2%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
15.8%
Age 65+
20.1%
55.0%
45.0%
2.41 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic76.7%(3,161)
Black1.3%(52)
Hispanic / Latino0.3%(14)
Asian0.2%(8)
Other21.5%(886)
Diversity Score45.7%(1,881)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Braxton County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST5TH OF 11HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
25063$61,731
26335$51,513
26376$34,811
26615$16,181
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 26601?

ZIP code 26601 has about 4,121 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 26601?

The typical household in ZIP code 26601 earns about $50,469 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 26601 expensive?

In ZIP code 26601, the median home is worth about $116,600, and the typical rent is about $549 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 26601?

About 13.2% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 26601 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 26601?

About 14.1% of people in ZIP code 26601 live below the federal poverty line.

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