ZIP Code 26537 — Kingwood, WV

Preston | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 26537 in Kingwood, WV has a population of 5,276 with a median household income of $59,844 and a median home value of $169,900 . The cost of living index is 59.3 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
5,276
Median Age
45.40
Male
2,447
Female
2,829

Race & Ethnicity

White
96.0%
Black
0.1%
Hispanic
0.4%
Asian
1.0%
Native American
0.4%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
2.4%
Other
0.0%

Income

Median Household
$59,844
Mean Household
$73,293
Per Capita
$32,024
Below Poverty
14.1%

Housing

Median Home Value
$169,900
Median Rent
$687
Total Units
2,648
Occupied
2,310
Owner Occupied
75.5%
Renter Occupied
24.5%
Median Year Built
1977
Vacant
338

Education

High School or Higher 90.5%
Bachelor's or Higher 25.2%
Graduate Degree 14.3%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
2,413
Unemployment
5.9%
Drive Alone
78.5%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
5.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

59.3
National average = 100. Below average by 40.7%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

26542
Cascade
1.1 mi
26410
Newburg
1.1 mi
26547
Reedsville
1.1 mi
26524
Bretz
1.1 mi
26716
Eglon
1.1 mi
26705
Amboy
1.1 mi
26444
Tunnelton
1.1 mi
26520
Arthurdale
1.1 mi
26519
Albright
4.4 mi
26374
Independence
8.6 mi
26764
Hopemont
8.8 mi
26425
Manheim
11.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 26537?

ZIP code 26537 (Kingwood, WV) has a total population of 5,276 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 26537?

The median household income in ZIP code 26537 is $59,844 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 26537 in?

ZIP code 26537 is primarily located in Kingwood, West Virginia (WV).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 26537?

The median home value in ZIP code 26537 is $169,900, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 26537?

The median age in ZIP code 26537 is 45.40 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.