Vivian, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vivian, West Virginia had a total population of 79, the 401st largest community in West Virginia. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Vivian Quick Facts
How Vivian 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 | 92 | 79 | -14.1% |
How Vivian Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Vivian Rankings in West Virginia
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Other Cities in McDowell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welch | 3,507 | $32,969 | 28.2% | $57,300 |
| Gary | 861 | $41,603 | 12.8% | $50,900 |
| War | 628 | $29,500 | 35.2% | $32,600 |
| Crumpler | 351 | N/A | 57.3% | $94,100 |
| Bartley | 327 | N/A | 94.2% | N/A |
| Bradshaw | 327 | $22,116 | 14.7% | $54,600 |
| Iaeger | 253 | $36,591 | 17.8% | $57,500 |
| Kimball | 231 | N/A | 60.2% | $30,200 |
| Davy | 186 | $32,500 | 0.0% | $30,800 |
| Northfork | 169 | $50,208 | 20.3% | $33,700 |
Cities Similar to Vivian
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Itmann | 80 | $61,875 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Hansford | 77 | $18,938 | $108,000 | 49.4% | 29.9% |
| Pax | 83 | $28,750 | $43,300 | 3.3% | 32.5% |
| Green Bank | 84 | $76,635 | $183,700 | 43.0% | 9.5% |
| Green Spring | 84 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 79, Vivian'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
Vivian is a small community located in West Virginia, within McDowell County. The total population is 79. It ranks as the 401st most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 498% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 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 Vivian 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 46.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Vivian, 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 Vivian, West Virginia?
Vivian, West Virginia has a population of 79 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Vivian, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Vivian — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Vivian, WV?
The poverty rate in Vivian is 100.0%. This means approximately 79 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Vivian, West Virginia?
Vivian's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Vivian, WV?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Vivian — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Vivian, West Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Vivian hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.