ZIP Code 24740 — Elgood, WV

Mercer | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 24740 in Elgood, WV has a population of 16,498 with a median household income of $44,793 and a median home value of $132,300 . The cost of living index is 55.0 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
16,498
Median Age
38.70
Male
8,191
Female
8,307

Race & Ethnicity

White
88.6%
Black
3.0%
Hispanic
1.7%
Asian
0.1%
Native American
0.2%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.8%
Other
0.4%

Income

Median Household
$44,793
Mean Household
$72,083
Per Capita
$32,484
Below Poverty
18.4%

Housing

Median Home Value
$132,300
Median Rent
$798
Total Units
8,211
Occupied
7,023
Owner Occupied
64.0%
Renter Occupied
36.0%
Median Year Built
1973
Vacant
1,188

Education

High School or Higher 90.9%
Bachelor's or Higher 22.7%
Graduate Degree 11.2%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
6,920
Unemployment
2.1%
Drive Alone
80.3%
Public Transit
0.3%
Work from Home
7.4%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

55.0
National average = 100. Below average by 45.1%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

24731
Kegley
2.6 mi
25971
Lerona
2.6 mi
24739
Oakvale
2.6 mi
24729
Hiawatha
2.6 mi
24701
Bluewell
4.0 mi
24747
Duhring
4.1 mi
24736
Dott
5.3 mi
25922
Spanishburg
5.6 mi
24733
Lashmeet
5.8 mi
24714
Beeson
6.0 mi
24737
Montcalm
7.6 mi
24712
Athens
7.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 24740?

ZIP code 24740 (Elgood, WV) has a total population of 16,498 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 24740?

The median household income in ZIP code 24740 is $44,793 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 24740 in?

ZIP code 24740 is primarily located in Elgood, West Virginia (WV).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 24740?

The median home value in ZIP code 24740 is $132,300, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 24740?

The median age in ZIP code 24740 is 38.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.