South Charleston city, West Virginia
Official LSAD Designation: South Charleston city • Census GEOID: 5475292
• Kanawha County
South Charleston city is an incorporated city in Kanawha County, West Virginia. According to official records from the Census (2025), South Charleston city had an estimated population of 13,072 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation South Charleston city (GEOID 5475292).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of South Charleston
Municipal
Official Title:
City Treasurer
Address:
401 D ST, SOUTH CHARLESTON WV 25303-3113
County Of Kanawha
County
Official Title:
President
Address:
PO BOX 3627, CHARLESTON WV 25336-3627
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,072 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $63,884 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $155,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 9.78 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).