Littleton, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Littleton, West Virginia had a total population of 89, the 393rd largest community in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Littleton Quick Facts
How Littleton 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 | 96 | 89 | -7.3% |
How Littleton 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+)
Littleton 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 |
| Hundred | 371 | $45,938 | 18.6% | N/A |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Littleton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covel | 90 | N/A | N/A | 48.1% | 0.0% |
| Page | 90 | $58,947 | $103,300 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Maybeury | 88 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 17.1% |
| Auburn | 91 | N/A | N/A | 17.4% | 76.9% |
| Cucumber | 87 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 89, Littleton'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
Littleton is a small community located in West Virginia, within Wetzel County. The total population is 89. It ranks as the 393rd most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Littleton is 57.5 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Littleton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 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 Littleton 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
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. 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 Littleton, 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 Littleton, West Virginia?
Littleton, West Virginia has a population of 89 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Littleton, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Littleton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Littleton, WV?
The poverty rate in Littleton is 11.2%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Littleton, West Virginia?
Littleton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Littleton, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Littleton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Littleton, West Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Littleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.