Pendleton County, West Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Pendleton County is located in West Virginia with a total population of 6,111. It is the 54th most populous county out of 55 in West Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pendleton County is 50.8 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 42.7 years. 13.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pendleton County is $61,738. This is 7% higher than the state median of $57,917. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.6%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $178,600. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $155,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Pendleton County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 74.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Pendleton County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.1%. The Asian population (0.2%) 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 12% 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%.