Doddridge County, West Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Doddridge County is located in West Virginia with a total population of 7,767. It is the 49th most populous county out of 55 in West Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Doddridge County is 45.3 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Doddridge County is $61,164. This is 6% higher than the state median of $57,917. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $160,000. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $155,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Doddridge County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 74.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Doddridge County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.5%.

Education

12.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 23.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.5%.