Matheny, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Matheny, West Virginia had a total population of 586, the 207th largest community in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Matheny Quick Facts
How Matheny 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 | 403 | 586 | +45.4% |
How Matheny 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+)
Matheny Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Wyoming County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mullens | 2,034 | $61,563 | 13.8% | $78,600 |
| Oceana | 1,203 | $32,875 | 43.1% | $66,900 |
| Corinne | 809 | N/A | 50.9% | $29,200 |
| Kopperston | 706 | N/A | 79.0% | $48,900 |
| Bud | 644 | $25,548 | 12.4% | N/A |
| Pineville | 468 | $56,528 | 13.2% | $119,300 |
| Glen Fork | 411 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Covel | 90 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Itmann | 80 | $61,875 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Brenton | 71 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Matheny
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Cacapon | 587 | $53,173 | $81,900 | 6.6% | 36.8% |
| West Milford | 591 | $73,846 | $127,800 | 19.5% | 20.3% |
| Peterstown | 594 | $38,750 | $116,800 | 8.6% | 22.1% |
| Tioga | 577 | $86,056 | N/A | 38.2% | 21.5% |
| Idamay | 575 | $98,953 | $111,200 | 9.8% | 17.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 586, Matheny'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
Matheny is a small community located in West Virginia, within Wyoming County. The total population is 586. It ranks as the 207th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Matheny is 51.5 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Matheny, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $160,100. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $162,600. 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 Matheny 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
12.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Matheny, 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 Matheny, West Virginia?
Matheny, West Virginia has a population of 586 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Matheny, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Matheny — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Matheny, WV?
The poverty rate in Matheny is 17.6%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Matheny, West Virginia?
Matheny's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Matheny, WV?
The median home value in Matheny is $160,100.
How educated is Matheny, West Virginia?
12.3% of adults (25+) in Matheny hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.