Justice, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Justice, West Virginia had a total population of 186, the 347th largest community in West Virginia, with a median household income of $44,234, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Justice Quick Facts
How Justice 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 | 235 | 186 | -20.9% |
| Median household income | $42,596 | $44,234 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $83,100 | $153,300 | +84.5% |
How Justice 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+)
Justice Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Mingo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williamson | 2,919 | $21,875 | 49.1% | $89,600 |
| Gilbert Creek | 1,061 | $82,632 | 11.7% | $119,400 |
| Matewan | 505 | $16,105 | 41.4% | $112,100 |
| Red Jacket | 482 | N/A | 74.1% | $207,600 |
| Chattaroy | 467 | N/A | 65.7% | N/A |
| Delbarton | 333 | $40,750 | 30.9% | $85,000 |
| Gilbert | 308 | $55,000 | 21.8% | $89,200 |
| Kermit | 153 | $35,750 | 32.0% | $112,500 |
Cities Similar to Justice
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crum | 187 | $44,083 | N/A | 0.0% | 20.3% |
| Frank | 188 | N/A | N/A | 22.6% | 46.8% |
| 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 186, Justice'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
Justice is a small community located in West Virginia, within Mingo County. The total population is 186. It ranks as the 347th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Justice is 66.2 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Justice is $44,234. 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 19.9%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Justice, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $153,300. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $162,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Justice 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
10.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 24.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Justice, 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 Justice, West Virginia?
Justice, West Virginia has a population of 186 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Justice, WV?
The median household income in Justice is $44,234, which is 45% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Justice, WV?
The poverty rate in Justice is 19.9%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Justice, West Virginia?
Justice's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Justice, WV?
The median home value in Justice is $153,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Justice, West Virginia?
10.2% of adults (25+) in Justice hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.