Kistler, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kistler, West Virginia had a total population of 318, the 286th largest community in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 7.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 13.4% is notably above the national average.
Kistler Quick Facts
How Kistler 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 | 378 | 318 | -15.9% |
How Kistler 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+)
Kistler Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Logan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mallory | 1,417 | $101,546 | 11.6% | $106,300 |
| Logan | 1,294 | $29,832 | 44.5% | $84,700 |
| Mount Gay-Shamrock | 1,166 | $51,740 | 27.6% | $84,100 |
| Man | 1,049 | $60,000 | 12.5% | $154,200 |
| Chapmanville | 928 | $41,369 | 23.6% | $130,000 |
| Accoville | 916 | $36,737 | 39.1% | $84,600 |
| McConnell | 818 | N/A | 48.5% | N/A |
| Robinette | 706 | $25,679 | 28.5% | $70,400 |
| Holden | 670 | $102,589 | 3.3% | $112,400 |
| Bruno | 638 | N/A | 4.9% | $251,700 |
Cities Similar to Kistler
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatwoods | 319 | $53,625 | $145,800 | 9.4% | 16.3% |
| Greenville | 317 | $50,655 | $75,400 | 9.2% | 0.0% |
| Malden | 320 | $50,774 | $159,600 | 7.6% | 0.0% |
| Henlawson | 324 | N/A | $114,400 | 22.6% | 75.9% |
| Raleigh | 325 | $47,788 | $46,000 | 0.0% | 0.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 318, Kistler'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
Kistler is a small community located in West Virginia, within Logan County. The total population is 318. It ranks as the 286th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kistler is 28.6 years. This is 33% lower than the state median of 42.7 years. Only 2.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The unemployment rate is 13.4%. This is 147% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 76.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kistler has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents.
Education
15.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 Kistler, 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 Kistler, West Virginia?
Kistler, West Virginia has a population of 318 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kistler, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Kistler — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kistler, WV?
The poverty rate in Kistler is 7.9%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kistler, West Virginia?
Kistler's population is 92.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kistler, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Kistler — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Kistler, West Virginia?
15.0% of adults (25+) in Kistler hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.