Mason County, West Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Mason County is located in West Virginia with a total population of 25,214. It is the 23rd most populous county out of 55 in West Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mason County is 44.2 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mason County is $53,454. This is 8% lower than the state median of $57,917. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $127,400. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $155,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Mason County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 74.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mason County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.9%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.0%.

Education

16.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 23.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.1%.