County · West Virginia
Mingo County, West Virginia
Mingo County, West Virginia. Mingo County had 21,455 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 9.0% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). It holds 9 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 4 census-designated) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 54059.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
21,455
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 23,568 · ACS 2020-2024: 22,542
Median household income
$38,119
±$4,884 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $59,608
Median home value
$90,500
±$8,705 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $162,600
Median gross rent
$647
±$117 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $872
How many people live in Mingo County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 23,568 residents in Mingo County. The Census Bureau estimates 21,455 for July 1, 2025, down 9.0% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 22,542 over 423 square miles of land.
| Measure | Mingo County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 22,542 | 1,778,373 | −1,748 |
| Households | 9,317±308 | 728,655 | −1,184 |
| Average household size | 2.41±0.08 | 2.37 | +0.11 |
| Housing units | 11,554±21 | 861,325 | −1,302 |
Mingo County's population since 2000
From 28,253 in 2000 to 21,455 in 2025: down 24.1%. 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 Mingo County?
Mingo County holds 9 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is Williamson with 2,753 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Williamson | 3,083 | $21,875 |
|---|---|---|
| Gilbert CreekGEOID 5430777 | 1,136 | $82,632 |
| ChattaroyGEOID 5414692 | 641 | not published |
| Red JacketGEOID 5467396 | 525 | not published |
| DelbartonGEOID 5420980 | 422 | $40,750 |
| Matewan | 412 | $16,105 |
| GilbertGEOID 5430772 | 333 | $55,000 |
| KermitGEOID 5443300 | 317 | $35,750 |
| JusticeGEOID 5442292 | 313 | $44,234 |
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 Mingo County?
The median resident of Mingo County is 44.5 years old; 22.7% are under 18 and 21.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 95.0%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 2.1%.
| Measure | Mingo County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.5±0.2 | 42.7 | +1.7 |
| Under 18 years | 22.7%±0.4 pts | 20.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.9%±0.4 pts | 21.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8%±0.6 pts | 2.1% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 95.0%±0.4 pts | 89.7% | −0.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.0%±0.6 pts | 3.1% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.1%±0.6 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 0.7%±0.6 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.0%±1.3 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 31.9%±2.5 pts | 19.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.8%±1.6 pts | 6.0% | +2.3 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 79.0%±2.9 pts | 89.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 9.5%±2.5 pts | 24.1% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 3.7%±1.6 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.6%±0.8 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 Mingo County earn?
Half of Mingo County's 9,317 households earn less than $38,119 a year (±$4,884), against $59,608 in West Virginia. In 2015-2019 it was $40,322 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 32.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Mingo County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $38,119±$4,884 | $59,608 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $58,265±$11,287 | $81,190 | – |
| Per capita income | $23,977±$4,074 | $34,203 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 32.4%±3.8 pts | 16.7% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 44.6%±8.2 pts | 21.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 36.5%±3.9 pts | 17.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.0%±2.5 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 Mingo County?
Owners occupy 73.4% of Mingo County's occupied homes and renters 26.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $90,500 by its owner (±$8,705). The median renter pays $647 a month including utilities, and 37.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Mingo County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $90,500±$8,705 | $162,600 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $647±$117 | $872 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.6%±9.6 pts | 39.0% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,058±$111 | $1,255 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 73.4%±3.8 pts | 74.9% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 11,554±21 | 861,325 | −1,302 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.3%±1.0 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.9%±3.6 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 58.8%±3.3 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 31.9%±3.1 pts | 13.6% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 7.9%±2.1 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 Mingo County building?
Builders took permits for 0 new housing units across Mingo County in 2025 (0 single-family), 0.0 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 Mingo County get to work?
79.6% of Mingo County's workers drive alone and 5.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 34.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 11.5%.
| Measure | Mingo County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 35.9%±3.2 pts | 53.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 11.5%±3.6 pts | 5.4% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 79.6%±5.2 pts | 78.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 12.5%±4.3 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.7 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 1.9%±1.4 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.5%±2.6 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Mean travel time to work | 34.1 min±3.2 | 26.6 min | +4.7 min |
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 Mingo County's census tracts?
Mingo County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $23,633 (Tract 9574) to $52,125 (Tract 9577).
| Tract 957154059957100 | 3,657±679 | $40,616 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 957254059957200 | 3,790±593 | $48,843 |
| Tract 957354059957300 | 2,961±475 | $36,823 |
| Tract 957454059957400 | 3,272±221 | $23,633 |
| Tract 957554059957500 | 2,931±471 | $23,683 |
| Tract 957654059957600 | 2,796±605 | $36,632 |
| Tract 957754059957700 | 3,135±436 | $52,125 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Mingo County compare with West Virginia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 27th of 55 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 54th of 55 |
| Residents per square mile | 26th of 55 |
| Median household income | 54th of 55 |
| Median home value | 51st of 55 |
| Median gross rent | 47th of 55 |
| Poverty rate | 3rd of 55 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 53rd of 55 |
| Median age | 30th 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
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Mingo County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.