Petersburg city, West Virginia
Official LSAD Designation: Petersburg city • Census GEOID: 5462956
• Grant County
Petersburg city is an incorporated city in Grant County, West Virginia. According to official records from the Census (2025), Petersburg city had an estimated population of 2,282 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Petersburg city (GEOID 5462956).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Petersburg
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 669, PETERSBURG WV 26847-0669
County Of Grant
County
Official Title:
Administrator
Address:
5 HIGHLAND AVE, PETERSBURG WV 26847-1795
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $42,917 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $124,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 1.62 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).