West Virginia Census Data (2020)
Key statewide indicators for West Virginia from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty & uninsured rates, and broadband access.
Updated: 2025-08-23
What is the total population of West Virginia?
West Virginia has 1.8 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
Total Population
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in West Virginia?
The median age in West Virginia is 42.7 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
Median Age
Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.
What is the median household income in West Virginia?
The median household income in West Virginia is $57,917. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
Median Household Income
Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).
What share of adults in West Virginia have a high school or bachelor’s degree?
In West Virginia, 9.4% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 23.3% have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Education Levels
Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor’s degree.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in West Virginia?
In West Virginia, the poverty rate is 16.6% and the uninsured rate is 6.2%.
Poverty & Uninsured
Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.
How many households in West Virginia have broadband?
In West Virginia, broadband access is 721,448 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.
Broadband
Number of broadband subscriptions reported.