Eskdale, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eskdale, West Virginia had a total population of 326, the 281st largest community in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 30.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (30.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Eskdale Quick Facts
How Eskdale 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 | 283 | 326 | +15.2% |
How Eskdale 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+)
Eskdale 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 Eskdale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartley | 327 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 94.2% |
| Bradshaw | 327 | $22,116 | $54,600 | 16.6% | 14.7% |
| Raleigh | 325 | $47,788 | $46,000 | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Henlawson | 324 | N/A | $114,400 | 22.6% | 75.9% |
| Racine | 331 | N/A | $114,900 | 9.6% | 11.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 326, Eskdale'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
Eskdale is a small community located in West Virginia, within Kanawha County. The total population is 326. It ranks as the 281st most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eskdale is 35.8 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 42.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 30.1%. This is 80% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Eskdale, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 21.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 71% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Eskdale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents.
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 59.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eskdale, 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 Eskdale, West Virginia?
Eskdale, West Virginia has a population of 326 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eskdale, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Eskdale — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eskdale, WV?
The poverty rate in Eskdale is 30.1%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eskdale, West Virginia?
Eskdale's population is 89.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eskdale, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Eskdale — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Eskdale, West Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Eskdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.