Oakvale, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oakvale, West Virginia had a total population of 254, the 313th largest town in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Oakvale Quick Facts
How Oakvale 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 | 232 | 254 | +9.5% |
How Oakvale Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Oakvale Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in Mercer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield | 9,387 | $49,375 | 18.5% | $105,400 |
| Princeton | 5,736 | $43,900 | 16.9% | $120,300 |
| Bluewell | 1,992 | $35,168 | 18.3% | $125,500 |
| Athens | 1,494 | $56,667 | 19.4% | $168,100 |
| Brush Fork | 1,096 | $70,098 | 9.2% | $90,000 |
| Lashmeet | 655 | N/A | 13.0% | $187,500 |
| Montcalm | 484 | $63,024 | 16.5% | N/A |
| Bramwell | 135 | $53,929 | 23.7% | $93,000 |
| Matoaka | 30 | $16,786 | 93.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Oakvale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albright | 254 | $60,000 | $39,000 | 2.8% | 22.4% |
| Greenview | 254 | $59,042 | N/A | 0.0% | 46.5% |
| Iaeger | 253 | $36,591 | $57,500 | 0.0% | 17.8% |
| Amherstdale | 256 | N/A | N/A | 8.0% | 0.0% |
| Leon | 252 | $33,750 | N/A | 5.7% | 35.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 254, Oakvale'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
Oakvale is a small community located in West Virginia, within Mercer County. The total population is 254. It ranks as the 313th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oakvale is 11.9 years. This is 72% lower than the state median of 42.7 years. With 56.7% of the population under 18, Oakvale has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. 42.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% lower than the state average of 74.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Oakvale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.0%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 3.1%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.0% vs 0.8%).
Education
24.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 93.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oakvale, 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 Oakvale, West Virginia?
Oakvale, West Virginia has a population of 254 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oakvale, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Oakvale — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oakvale, WV?
The poverty rate in Oakvale is 10.3%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oakvale, West Virginia?
Oakvale's population is 93.7% White, 1.2% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oakvale, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Oakvale — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Oakvale, West Virginia?
24.0% of adults (25+) in Oakvale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.