District III, West Virginia
District III profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District III is a geographic entity located in Mercer County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,751. The land area covers 322.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,751 | ±1,108 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,569 | ±533 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,296 | ±478 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,569 | ±533 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,727 | ±333 |
| Median Home Value | $142,100 | ±$25,981 |
| Median Gross Rent | $782 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,823 | ±$13,358 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,959 | ±$2,571 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,744 | ±628 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,091 | ±670 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.6% | ±2.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF MERCER
GUS Population: 57,524 (2024)
ID: 176941
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
1501 MAIN ST, STE 210, PRINCETON WV 24740-2656
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Athens, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Rocky Gap, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Bluefield, WV | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Princeton, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Bluefield, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Concord University
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College | 4.9 mi away | 1000 Vermillion Street, Athens, WV, 24712 |
8883446679
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 920 MERCER STREET, PRINCETON, WV, 24740 |
(304) 487-5045
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Mercer County Technical Education Center
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College | 5.7 mi away | 1397 Stafford Dr, Princeton, WV, 24740 |
3044259551
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CRAFT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 600 COMMERCE STREET, BLUEFIELD, WV, 24701 |
(304) 325-3943
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Bluefield State University
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College | 14.6 mi away | 219 Rock Street, Bluefield, WV, 24701-2198 |
3043274000
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CRAFT MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 600 COMMERCE STREET, BLUEFIELD, WV, 24701 |
(304) 325-3943
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Bluefield University
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College | 16.0 mi away | 3000 College Avenue, Bluefield, VA, 24605 |
2763263682
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TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY – POCAHONTAS BRANCH
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 179 CENTRE STREET, POCAHONTAS, VA, 24635 |
(276) 288-6138
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New River Community and Technical College
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College | 22.7 mi away | 280 University Drive, Beaver, WV, 25813-8987 |
3049295450
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PETERSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 172 COLLEGE AVENUE, PETERSTOWN, WV, 24963 |
(304) 753-9568
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BLUEFIELD MERCER CO AP, WV US, located 11.9 miles from District III. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.9° | 23.8° | 31.9° | 3.03" | 9.9" |
| February | 43.4° | 26.5° | 34.9° | 2.90" | 8.8" |
| March | 51.4° | 33.0° | 42.2° | 3.84" | 6.5" |
| April | 62.7° | 42.6° | 52.7° | 3.64" | 0.9" |
| May | 69.7° | 50.9° | 60.3° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.0° | 58.3° | 67.1° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.9° | 61.8° | 70.3° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.9° | 60.7° | 69.3° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.5° | 54.5° | 63.5° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.8° | 44.6° | 53.7° | 2.78" | 0.5" |
| November | 52.2° | 34.7° | 43.5° | 2.55" | 1.4" |
| December | 43.2° | 27.9° | 35.5° | 3.01" | 6.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Princeton city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Lashmeet CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Matoaka CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Oakvale town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
| Montcalm CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5405590924. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.