Crum, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crum, West Virginia had a total population of 187, the 346th largest community in West Virginia, with a median household income of $44,083, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 39.0% is notably above the national average.
Crum Quick Facts
How Crum 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 | 143 | 187 | +30.8% |
How Crum Compares
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Crum Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Wayne County
Cities Similar to Crum
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank | 188 | N/A | N/A | 22.6% | 46.8% |
| Justice | 186 | $44,234 | $153,300 | 10.2% | 19.9% |
| Adrian | 183 | N/A | N/A | 8.6% | 12.0% |
| Nettie | 183 | N/A | N/A | 13.1% | 10.4% |
| Falling Spring | 182 | N/A | $153,100 | 14.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 187, Crum'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
Crum is a small community located in West Virginia, within Wayne County. The total population is 187. It ranks as the 346th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crum is 34.4 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 42.7 years. With 33.2% of the population under 18, Crum has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Crum is $44,083. This is 26% lower than the state median of $59,608. It is also 45% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.3%. This is 22% 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 unemployment rate is 39.0%. This is 619% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Crum 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
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 84.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Crum, 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 Crum, West Virginia?
Crum, West Virginia has a population of 187 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Crum, WV?
The median household income in Crum is $44,083, which is 45% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Crum, WV?
The poverty rate in Crum is 20.3%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Crum, West Virginia?
Crum's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Crum, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Crum — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Crum, West Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Crum hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.