Burnsville, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Burnsville, West Virginia had a total population of 547, the 215th largest town in West Virginia, with a median household income of $55,938, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Burnsville Quick Facts
How Burnsville 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 | 493 | 547 | +11.0% |
| Median household income | $83,095 | $55,938 | -32.7% |
| Median home value | $109,900 | $108,800 | -1.0% |
How Burnsville 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+)
Burnsville Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Braxton County
Cities Similar to Burnsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Creek | 517 | N/A | $40,700 | 25.3% | 33.7% |
| Hartford City | 557 | $51,635 | $82,000 | 4.5% | 15.3% |
| Masontown | 518 | $54,643 | $120,500 | 15.6% | 9.3% |
| Matheny | 586 | N/A | $160,100 | 12.3% | 17.6% |
| Dupont City | 501 | N/A | $190,900 | 21.6% | 19.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 547, Burnsville'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
Burnsville is a small community located in West Virginia, within Braxton County. The total population is 547. It ranks as the 215th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Burnsville is 36.9 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 42.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Burnsville is $55,938. This is 6% lower than the state median of $59,608. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $108,800. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $162,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Burnsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Burnsville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%.
Education
14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 93.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Burnsville, 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 Burnsville, West Virginia?
Burnsville, West Virginia has a population of 547 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Burnsville, WV?
The median household income in Burnsville is $55,938, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Burnsville, WV?
The poverty rate in Burnsville is 13.7%. This means approximately 75 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Burnsville, West Virginia?
Burnsville's population is 90.1% White, 0.0% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Burnsville, WV?
The median home value in Burnsville is $108,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Burnsville, West Virginia?
14.9% of adults (25+) in Burnsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.