Bud, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bud, West Virginia had a total population of 644, the 193rd largest community in West Virginia, with a median household income of $25,548, which is 57% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 57% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Bud Quick Facts
How Bud 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 | 263 | 644 | +144.9% |
How Bud 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+)
Bud Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Wyoming County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mullens | 2,034 | $61,563 | 13.8% | $78,600 |
| Oceana | 1,203 | $32,875 | 43.1% | $66,900 |
| Corinne | 809 | N/A | 50.9% | $29,200 |
| Kopperston | 706 | N/A | 79.0% | $48,900 |
| Matheny | 586 | N/A | 17.6% | $160,100 |
| Pineville | 468 | $56,528 | 13.2% | $119,300 |
| Glen Fork | 411 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Covel | 90 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Itmann | 80 | $61,875 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Brenton | 71 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bud
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruno | 638 | N/A | $251,700 | 5.2% | 4.9% |
| Lashmeet | 655 | N/A | $187,500 | 6.2% | 13.0% |
| Valley Bend | 661 | N/A | N/A | 27.3% | 0.0% |
| Kopperston | 706 | N/A | $48,900 | 0.0% | 79.0% |
| Matheny | 586 | N/A | $160,100 | 12.3% | 17.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 644, Bud'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
Bud is a small community located in West Virginia, within Wyoming County. The total population is 644. It ranks as the 193rd most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bud is 53.3 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 42.7 years. Only 6.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bud is $25,548. This is 57% lower than the state median of $59,608. It is also 68% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bud, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 56.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bud was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.4% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 76.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bud, 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 Bud, West Virginia?
Bud, West Virginia has a population of 644 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bud, WV?
The median household income in Bud is $25,548, which is 68% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bud, WV?
The poverty rate in Bud is 12.4%. This means approximately 80 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bud, West Virginia?
Bud's population is 99.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bud, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bud — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bud, West Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Bud hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.