Auburn, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Auburn, West Virginia had a total population of 91, the 390th largest town in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 76.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (76.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Auburn Quick Facts
How Auburn Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 90 | 91 | +1.1% |
How Auburn Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 19 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Auburn Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Ritchie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisville | 1,574 | $47,768 | 25.1% | $123,000 |
| Pennsboro | 1,334 | $51,327 | 22.2% | $86,500 |
| Pullman | 286 | $53,618 | 10.1% | $78,600 |
| Cairo | 273 | $65,500 | 17.2% | N/A |
| Ellenboro | 209 | $52,917 | 9.7% | $118,200 |
Cities Similar to Auburn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covel | 90 | N/A | N/A | 48.1% | 0.0% |
| Page | 90 | $58,947 | $103,300 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Littleton | 89 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 11.2% |
| Burlington | 94 | N/A | $285,200 | 57.6% | 0.0% |
| Maybeury | 88 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 17.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 91, Auburn's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Auburn is a small community located in West Virginia, within Ritchie County. The total population is 91. It ranks as the 390th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Auburn is 41.5 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 42.7 years. With 49.5% of the population under 18, Auburn has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 76.9%. This is 360% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Auburn, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 41.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Auburn was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
17.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 24.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Auburn, West Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against West Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Auburn, West Virginia?
Auburn, West Virginia has a population of 91 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Auburn, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Auburn — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Auburn, WV?
The poverty rate in Auburn is 76.9%. This means approximately 70 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Auburn, West Virginia?
Auburn's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Auburn, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Auburn — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Auburn, West Virginia?
17.4% of adults (25+) in Auburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.