Marshall County, West Virginia Demographics 2026
Marshall County, West Virginia has a population of 29,865, the 18th most populous county in West Virginia. The median household income is $59,169 and the median home value is $149,800. The poverty rate is 16.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Marshall County Quick Facts
How Marshall County 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 | 30,129 | 29,865 | -0.9% |
| Median household income | $60,329 | $59,169 | -1.9% |
| Median home value | $139,800 | $149,800 | +7.2% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Marshall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moundsville | 7,869 | $49,048 | 22.5% | $118,600 |
| McMechen | 1,826 | $40,446 | 27.5% | $96,900 |
| Glen Dale | 1,461 | $82,308 | 10.6% | $208,800 |
| Benwood | 1,230 | $43,636 | 29.3% | $74,900 |
| Cameron | 609 | $43,750 | 30.5% | $65,000 |
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Population Overview
Marshall County is located in West Virginia with a total population of 29,865. It is the 18th most populous county out of 55 in West Virginia. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Marshall County is 46.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Marshall County is $59,169. This is about the same as the state median of $59,608. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $149,800. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $162,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Marshall County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Marshall County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.2%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.1%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 0.8%.
Education
20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 92.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Marshall County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against West Virginia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Marshall County, West Virginia?
Marshall County has a population of 29,865, making it the 18th most populous county in West Virginia.
What is the median income in Marshall County?
The median household income in Marshall County is $59,169 with a poverty rate of 16.8%.
How many cities are in Marshall County, West Virginia?
Marshall County contains 5 Census-designated places.