County · West Virginia
Harrison County, West Virginia
Harrison County, West Virginia. Harrison County had 64,221 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 2.6% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). It holds 19 places (10 cities, villages and boroughs and 9 census-designated) and 25 census tracts. GEOID 54033.
Harrison County is one of the 3 counties of the Clarksburg, WV micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
64,221
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 65,921 · ACS 2020-2024: 64,984
Median household income
$60,377
±$1,834 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $59,608
Median home value
$166,200
±$6,522 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $162,600
Median gross rent
$879
±$41 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $872
How many people live in Harrison County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 65,921 residents in Harrison County. The Census Bureau estimates 64,221 for July 1, 2025, down 2.6% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 64,984 over 416 square miles of land.
| Measure | Harrison County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 64,984 | 1,778,373 | −2,924 |
| Households | 26,353±451 | 728,655 | −745 |
| Average household size | 2.43±0.04 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 30,537±45 | 861,325 | −1,170 |
Harrison County's population since 2000
From 68,652 in 2000 to 64,221 in 2025: down 6.5%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Harrison County?
Harrison County holds 19 places: 10 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 9 census-designated places. The largest is Clarksburg with 15,562 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Clarksburg | 16,061 | $47,386 |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 9,336 | $100,022 |
| Shinnston | 2,328 | $69,844 |
| Stonewood | 1,798 | $54,792 |
| Salem | 1,529 | $38,529 |
| Nutter Fort | 1,493 | $68,068 |
| East ViewGEOID 5423524 | 817 | $54,782 |
| EnterpriseGEOID 5425516 | 805 | $63,636 |
| Despard | 794 | $24,455 |
| LumberportGEOID 5449252 | 717 | $47,917 |
| Anmoore | 513 | $27,500 |
| West MilfordGEOID 5485924 | 449 | $73,846 |
| HepzibahGEOID 5436628 | 387 | not published |
| Lost CreekGEOID 5448748 | 359 | $78,571 |
| ReynoldsvilleGEOID 5467972 | 339 | $103,229 |
| SpelterGEOID 5475796 | 244 | $78,669 |
| Wolf SummitGEOID 5488276 | 214 | $33,750 |
| WallaceGEOID 5484172 | 201 | $33,403 |
| GypsyGEOID 5434180 | 197 | $54,524 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Harrison County?
The median resident of Harrison County is 42.6 years old; 21.2% are under 18 and 20.3% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 91.8%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.5%. 1.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Harrison County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.6±0.3 | 42.7 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.2% | 20.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.3%±0.2 pts | 21.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% | 2.1% | +0.6 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 91.8%±0.4 pts | 89.7% | −2.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.5%±0.3 pts | 3.1% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.5%±0.5 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.2%±0.3 pts | 1.8% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.1%±0.4 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.5%±0.8 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 17.1%±1.1 pts | 19.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.5%±1.2 pts | 6.0% | +1.7 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 89.8%±1.3 pts | 89.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 27.2%±1.7 pts | 24.1% | +3.9 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.4%±1.0 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.0%±0.4 pts | 2.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Harrison County earn?
Half of Harrison County's 26,353 households earn less than $60,377 a year (±$1,834), against $59,608 in West Virginia. In 2015-2019 the median was $65,254 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $4,877 after inflation. 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Harrison County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $60,377±$1,834 | $59,608 | −$4,877 |
| Mean household income | $84,166±$3,133 | $81,190 | – |
| Per capita income | $35,791±$1,364 | $34,203 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 14.4%±1.7 pts | 16.7% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 18.8%±4.0 pts | 21.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 16.0%±1.9 pts | 17.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.4%±1.7 pts | 86.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Harrison County?
Owners occupy 73.6% of Harrison County's occupied homes and renters 26.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $166,200 by its owner (±$6,522). The median renter pays $879 a month including utilities, and 37.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Harrison County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $166,200±$6,522 | $162,600 | +$21,101 |
| Median gross rent | $879±$41 | $872 | −$65 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.9%±5.7 pts | 39.0% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,244±$63 | $1,255 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 73.6%±1.8 pts | 74.9% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 30,537±45 | 861,325 | −1,170 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.8%±0.7 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 14.9%±3.7 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 74.5%±1.6 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 7.6%±1.0 pts | 13.6% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.0%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 24.5%±1.9 pts | 14.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Harrison County building?
Builders took permits for 192 new housing units across Harrison County in 2025 (80 single-family), 3.0 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Harrison County get to work?
79.2% of Harrison County's workers drive alone and 8.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.0%.
| Measure | Harrison County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.2%±1.5 pts | 53.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.0%±0.9 pts | 5.4% | −1.9 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 79.2%±1.9 pts | 78.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.7%±1.1 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 4.4%±0.9 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.3%±1.3 pts | 9.1% | +4.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.4 min±1.2 | 26.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Harrison County's census tracts?
Harrison County is divided into 25 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $24,931 (Tract 301) to $94,369 (Tract 321.03).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Harrison County compare with West Virginia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 7th of 55 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 19th of 55 |
| Residents per square mile | 12th of 55 |
| Median household income | 16th of 55 |
| Median home value | 13th of 55 |
| Median gross rent | 12th of 55 |
| Poverty rate | 42nd of 55 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7th of 55 |
| Median age | 46th of 55 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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