Dupont City, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dupont City, West Virginia had a total population of 501, the 228th largest community in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 19.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dupont City Quick Facts
How Dupont City 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 | 455 | 501 | +10.1% |
| Median home value | $133,600 | $190,900 | +42.9% |
How Dupont City 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+)
Dupont City Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Kanawha County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 47,421 | $65,812 | 15.8% | $203,300 |
| South Charleston | 13,457 | $63,884 | 16.9% | $155,400 |
| St. Albans | 10,522 | $53,972 | 14.1% | $140,800 |
| Cross Lanes | 9,671 | $63,537 | 5.1% | $153,800 |
| Dunbar | 7,254 | $58,379 | 14.9% | $119,600 |
| Nitro | 6,853 | $53,848 | 20.2% | $128,900 |
| Pinch | 4,037 | $76,741 | 5.1% | $221,500 |
| Sissonville | 3,593 | $66,944 | 23.4% | $180,800 |
| Alum Creek | 1,749 | $74,231 | 11.0% | $159,300 |
| Chesapeake | 1,702 | $60,927 | 21.5% | $84,500 |
Cities Similar to Dupont City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaville | 502 | $54,967 | $216,300 | 1.3% | 11.1% |
| Springfield | 502 | $62,014 | N/A | 44.9% | 5.0% |
| Clearview | 500 | $81,750 | $211,600 | 33.3% | 10.0% |
| Meadow Bridge | 504 | $43,750 | N/A | 7.7% | 15.7% |
| Reedsville | 504 | $66,125 | $182,400 | 14.5% | 3.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 501, Dupont City'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
Dupont City is a small community located in West Virginia, within Kanawha County. The total population is 501. It ranks as the 228th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dupont City is 51.2 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 42.7 years. 13.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 19.6%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Dupont City, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $190,900. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $162,600. 57.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dupont City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.0%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dupont City, 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 Dupont City, West Virginia?
Dupont City, West Virginia has a population of 501 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dupont City, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dupont City — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dupont City, WV?
The poverty rate in Dupont City is 19.6%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dupont City, West Virginia?
Dupont City's population is 93.2% White, 4.0% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dupont City, WV?
The median home value in Dupont City is $190,900.
How educated is Dupont City, West Virginia?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Dupont City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.