Summers County, West Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Summers County is located in West Virginia with a total population of 11,833. It is the 42nd most populous county out of 55 in West Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Summers County is 50.4 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 42.7 years. 11.0% 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 Summers County is $42,544. This is 27% lower than the state median of $57,917. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.2%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. The median home value is $126,100. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $155,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 80.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 74.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Summers County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (5.7% vs 3.2%).

Education

16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 82.9%.