Cottageville, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cottageville, West Virginia had a total population of 310, the 288th largest community in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 2.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.9% — among the lowest in West Virginia.
- 54.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in West Virginia.
Cottageville Quick Facts
How Cottageville 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 | 257 | 310 | +20.6% |
| Median home value | $9,999 | $9,999 | +0.0% |
How Cottageville 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+)
Cottageville Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenswood | 3,830 | $34,241 | 31.4% | $97,600 |
| Ripley | 3,071 | $41,518 | 27.1% | $121,800 |
Cities Similar to Cottageville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 310 | $48,818 | $85,300 | 3.2% | 0.0% |
| Gilbert | 308 | $55,000 | $89,200 | 25.1% | 21.8% |
| Greenville | 317 | $50,655 | $75,400 | 9.2% | 0.0% |
| Kistler | 318 | N/A | N/A | 15.0% | 7.9% |
| Lost Creek | 302 | $78,571 | $131,800 | 33.0% | 15.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 310, Cottageville'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
Cottageville is a small community located in West Virginia, within Jackson County. The total population is 310. It ranks as the 288th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cottageville is 39.6 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 42.7 years. With 44.2% of the population under 18, Cottageville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 2.9%. This is 83% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Cottageville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $9,999. Housing costs are 94% lower than the state median of $162,600. 66.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Cottageville 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
54.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Cottageville in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 128% higher than the state rate of 24.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cottageville, 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 Cottageville, West Virginia?
Cottageville, West Virginia has a population of 310 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cottageville, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cottageville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cottageville, WV?
The poverty rate in Cottageville is 2.9%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cottageville, West Virginia?
Cottageville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cottageville, WV?
The median home value in Cottageville is $9,999.
How educated is Cottageville, West Virginia?
54.9% of adults (25+) in Cottageville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.