War city, West Virginia
Official LSAD Designation: War city • Census GEOID: 5484484
• McDowell County
War city is an incorporated city in McDowell County, West Virginia. According to official records from the Census (2025), War city had an estimated population of 536 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation War city (GEOID 5484484).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of War
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 280, WAR WV 24892-0280
County Of Mcdowell
County
Official Title:
Mcdowell County Commission
Address:
109 WYOMING ST, WELCH WV 24801-2261
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $29,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $32,600 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 0.89 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).