Harpers Ferry district, West Virginia
Harpers Ferry district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Harpers Ferry district is a geographic entity located in Jefferson County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,425. The land area covers 41.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,425 | ±807 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,026 | ±345 | 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 | 5,727 | ±332 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,026 | ±345 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 701 | ±140 |
| Median Home Value | $321,500 | ±$20,049 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,152 | ±$85 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,400 | ±$11,279 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,065 | ±$3,979 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,279 | ±328 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,051 | ±541 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94% | ±1.7% |
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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GUS Population: 61,264 (2024)
ID: 176936
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
100 E WASHINGTON ST, CHARLES TOWN WV 25414
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | N | Leesburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Leesburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Martinsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Harpers Ferry, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Purcellville, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Boyce, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brunswick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brunswick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Brunswick, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bunker Hill, WV |
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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Catholic International University
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College | 4.1 mi away | 300 S. George Street, Charles Town, WV, 25414 |
88825442380
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BOLIVAR-HARPERS FERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 151 POLK STREET, HARPERS FERRY, WV, 25425 |
(304) 535-2301
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American Public University System
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College | 4.1 mi away | 111 W Congress St, Charles Town, WV, 25414 |
8777552787
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SOUTH JEFFERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 49 CHURCH STREET, SUMMIT POINT, WV, 25446 |
(304) 725-6227
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Patrick Henry College
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College | 9.7 mi away | 10 Patrick Henry Circle, Purcellville, VA, 20132 |
5403381776
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LOVETTSVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 12 NORTH LIGHT STREET, LOVETTSVILLE, VA, 20180 |
(703) 737-8050
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Shepherd University
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College | 12.6 mi away | 301 North King St, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443 |
3048765000
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PURCELLVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 220 EAST MAIN STREET, PURCELLVILLE, VA, 20132 |
(703) 737-8490
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Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
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College | 16.7 mi away | 13650 Apple Harvest Drive, Martinsburg, WV, 25403 |
3042604380
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BRUNSWICK BRANCH
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 915 N. MAPLE AVE., BRUNSWICK, MD, 21716 |
(301) 600-7250
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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 PURCELLVILLE, VA US, located 8.9 miles from Harpers Ferry district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.0° | 24.5° | 32.8° | 3.05" | — |
| February | 44.0° | 25.9° | 35.0° | 2.56" | — |
| March | 52.6° | 32.3° | 42.5° | 3.61" | — |
| April | 64.5° | 42.2° | 53.4° | 3.54" | — |
| May | 72.9° | 51.6° | 62.2° | 4.35" | — |
| June | 81.4° | 61.1° | 71.2° | 4.25" | — |
| July | 86.4° | 65.5° | 76.0° | 4.08" | — |
| August | 84.7° | 63.9° | 74.3° | 3.57" | — |
| September | 77.8° | 56.1° | 66.9° | 4.77" | — |
| October | 66.3° | 44.3° | 55.3° | 3.52" | — |
| November | 54.9° | 34.5° | 44.7° | 3.13" | — |
| December | 44.7° | 28.4° | 36.5° | 3.35" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shannondale CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Charles Town city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Hillsboro town | Town | 5.4 mi | — |
| Bolivar town | Town | 5.7 mi | — |
| Ranson corporation | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Harpers Ferry town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5403791548. • 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.