Hundred, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hundred, West Virginia had a total population of 371, the 268th largest town in West Virginia, with a median household income of $45,938, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Hundred Quick Facts
How Hundred 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 | 390 | 371 | -4.9% |
| Median household income | $44,046 | $45,938 | +4.3% |
How Hundred 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+)
Hundred Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Wetzel County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Martinsville | 5,133 | $60,946 | 15.5% | $128,300 |
| Paden City | 2,415 | $66,101 | 12.2% | $103,200 |
| Pine Grove | 367 | $43,333 | 40.6% | $97,700 |
| Reader | 193 | $63,942 | 13.5% | $85,300 |
| Jacksonburg | 181 | N/A | 8.3% | N/A |
| Smithfield | 113 | N/A | 61.1% | N/A |
| Littleton | 89 | N/A | 11.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Hundred
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falls View | 372 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.6% |
| Lester | 377 | N/A | $89,400 | 11.2% | 41.4% |
| Clay | 378 | N/A | $44,300 | 3.9% | 77.8% |
| West Logan | 365 | $44,896 | $73,200 | 9.2% | 29.0% |
| Kimberly | 357 | N/A | N/A | 48.0% | 69.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 371, Hundred'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
Hundred is a small community located in West Virginia, within Wetzel County. The total population is 371. It ranks as the 268th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hundred is 52.8 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 42.7 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hundred is $45,938. This is 23% lower than the state median of $59,608. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Hundred, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hundred has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.1% of all residents.
Education
16.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hundred, 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 Hundred, West Virginia?
Hundred, West Virginia has a population of 371 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hundred, WV?
The median household income in Hundred is $45,938, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hundred, WV?
The poverty rate in Hundred is 18.6%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hundred, West Virginia?
Hundred's population is 94.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hundred, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hundred — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hundred, West Virginia?
16.8% of adults (25+) in Hundred hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.