County · West Virginia
Pocahontas County, West Virginia
Pocahontas County, West Virginia. Pocahontas County had 7,602 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 3.4% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). It holds 9 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs and 6 census-designated) and 5 census tracts. GEOID 54075.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
7,602
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 7,869 · ACS 2020-2024: 7,784
Median household income
$42,119
±$3,188 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $59,608
Median home value
$152,400
±$13,591 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $162,600
Median gross rent
$715
±$27 (90% margin)
West Virginia: $872
How many people live in Pocahontas County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 7,869 residents in Pocahontas County. The Census Bureau estimates 7,602 for July 1, 2025, down 3.4% since 2020, a steeper fall than West Virginia's (−1.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 7,784 over 940 square miles of land.
| Measure | Pocahontas County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 7,784 | 1,778,373 | −666 |
| Households | 3,181±169 | 728,655 | −349 |
| Average household size | 2.34±0.12 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 6,834±33 | 861,325 | −2,090 |
Pocahontas County's population since 2000
From 9,131 in 2000 to 7,602 in 2025: down 16.7%. 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 Pocahontas County?
Pocahontas County holds 9 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 6 census-designated places. The largest is Marlinton with 945 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Marlinton | 998 | $37,273 |
|---|---|---|
| HillsboroGEOID 5437372 | 232 | $51,188 |
| DurbinGEOID 5422852 | 231 | $59,750 |
| Green BankGEOID 5433124 | 141 | $76,635 |
| ArbovaleGEOID 5402260 | 134 | not published |
| FrankGEOID 5428948 | 79 | not published |
| HuntersvilleGEOID 5439412 | 68 | $39,044 |
| BartowGEOID 5404780 | 64 | $129,688 |
| CassGEOID 5413684 | 38 | not published |
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 Pocahontas County?
The median resident of Pocahontas County is 49.5 years old; 17.7% are under 18 and 27.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 93.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.5%.
| Measure | Pocahontas County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 49.5±0.5 | 42.7 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 17.7%±0.8 pts | 20.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 27.1%±0.3 pts | 21.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7%±1.4 pts | 2.1% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 93.7%±0.5 pts | 89.7% | −4.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.5 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.5 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.5%±1.4 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.5 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 0.7%±0.5 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 11.8%±2.1 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 22.0%±2.7 pts | 19.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.1%±2.2 pts | 6.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 85.7%±3.0 pts | 89.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 19.7%±2.9 pts | 24.1% | +4.9 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.3%±2.3 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.9%±1.0 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 Pocahontas County earn?
Half of Pocahontas County's 3,181 households earn less than $42,119 a year (±$3,188), against $59,608 in West Virginia. In 2015-2019 the median was $51,544 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $9,425 after inflation. 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Pocahontas County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $42,119±$3,188 | $59,608 | −$9,425 |
| Mean household income | $57,278±$5,321 | $81,190 | – |
| Per capita income | $24,646±$2,388 | $34,203 | −$6,369 |
| People below the poverty line | 22.5%±4.3 pts | 16.7% | +5.9 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 26.2%±8.5 pts | 21.5% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 21.7%±4.0 pts | 17.3% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 74.6%±4.6 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 Pocahontas County?
Owners occupy 83.6% of Pocahontas County's occupied homes and renters 16.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $152,400 by its owner (±$13,591). The median renter pays $715 a month including utilities, and 36.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Pocahontas County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $152,400±$13,591 | $162,600 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $715±$27 | $872 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 36.9%±14.6 pts | 39.0% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,090±$119 | $1,255 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 83.6%±3.1 pts | 74.9% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 6,834±33 | 861,325 | −2,090 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.4%±1.1 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 12.8%±7.9 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 63.6%±3.1 pts | 70.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 14.1%±2.4 pts | 13.6% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.2%±0.4 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 13.1%±2.0 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 Pocahontas County building?
Builders took permits for 7 new housing units across Pocahontas County in 2025 (7 single-family), 0.9 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 Pocahontas County get to work?
74.6% of Pocahontas County's workers drive alone and 9.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 11.9%.
| Measure | Pocahontas County | West Virginia | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 43.1%±3.1 pts | 53.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 11.9%±4.5 pts | 5.4% | +7.5 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 74.6%±5.4 pts | 78.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.0%±3.8 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±1.5 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 3.9%±2.3 pts | 2.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.1%±3.4 pts | 9.1% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.8 min±2.3 | 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 Pocahontas County's census tracts?
Pocahontas County is divided into 5 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $33,430 (Tract 9602.01) to $60,000 (Tract 9601.02).
| Tract 9601.0154075960101 | 1,007±167 | $44,444 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9601.0254075960102 | 1,403±323 | $60,000 |
| Tract 9602.0154075960201 | 1,722±225 | $33,430 |
| Tract 9602.0254075960202 | 1,630±246 | $45,000 |
| Tract 960354075960300 | 2,022±284 | $52,465 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Pocahontas County compare with West Virginia's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 48th of 55 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 24th of 55 |
| Residents per square mile | 55th of 55 |
| Median household income | 52nd of 55 |
| Median home value | 22nd of 55 |
| Median gross rent | 36th of 55 |
| Poverty rate | 10th of 55 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 22nd of 55 |
| Median age | 4th 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
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