Potomac district, West Virginia
Potomac district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Potomac district is a geographic entity located in Berkeley County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 24,204. The land area covers 33.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,204 | ±1,507 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,026 | ±507 | 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 | 10,605 | ±582 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,026 | ±507 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 579 | ±283 |
| Median Home Value | $272,300 | ±$17,914 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,320 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,694 | ±$6,249 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,683 | ±$3,471 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,999 | ±515 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,617 | ±769 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±2.1% |
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: 136,287 (2024)
ID: 212138
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
400 W STEPHEN ST, STE 201, MARTINSBURG WV 25401-3838
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Hedgesville, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hagerstown, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Martinsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Martinsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hagerstown, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Boonsboro, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Boonsboro, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Boonsboro, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Martinsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clear Spring, MD |
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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James Rumsey Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 3274 Hedgesville Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25403-0259 |
3047547925
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NORTH BERKELEY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 1255 T. J. JACKSON DRIVE, FALLING WATERS, WV, 25419 |
(304) 274-3443
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Valley College-Martinsburg
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College | 5.8 mi away | 287 Aikens Ctr Edwin Miller Blvd, Martinsburg, WV, 25404-6203 |
3042630979
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HEDGESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 207 NORTH MARY STREET, HEDGESVILLE, WV, 25427 |
(304) 754-3949
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Martinsburg College
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College | 5.8 mi away | 341 Aikens Center, Martinsburg, WV, 25404-6204 |
3049450656
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WILLIAMSPORT MEMORIAL LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 104 E. POTOMAC ST., WILLIAMSPORT, MD, 21795 |
(301) 223-7027
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International Beauty School 4
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College | 7.8 mi away | 201 West King Street, Martinsburg, WV, 25401 |
3042634929
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LEONARD P. SNYDER MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 12624 BROADFORDING ROAD, CLEAR SPRING, MD, 21722 |
(301) 842-2829
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Shepherd University
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College | 9.9 mi away | 301 North King St, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443 |
3048765000
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MARTINSBURG-BERKELEY CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 101 WEST KING STREET, MARTINSBURG, WV, 25401 |
(304) 267-8933
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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 MARTINSBURG 2, WV US, located 7.2 miles from Potomac district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.6° | 22.9° | 32.3° | 2.82" | — |
| February | 45.2° | 23.5° | 34.3° | 2.60" | — |
| March | 53.5° | 30.1° | 41.8° | 3.73" | — |
| April | 65.5° | 39.8° | 52.7° | 3.60" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 51.0° | 62.9° | 4.20" | — |
| June | 83.1° | 59.5° | 71.3° | 3.51" | — |
| July | 87.2° | 64.1° | 75.6° | 4.12" | — |
| August | 85.7° | 61.9° | 73.8° | 3.04" | — |
| September | 79.2° | 54.4° | 66.8° | 4.17" | — |
| October | 67.4° | 43.0° | 55.2° | 3.35" | — |
| November | 55.6° | 33.1° | 44.3° | 3.01" | — |
| December | 45.1° | 26.7° | 35.9° | 3.28" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falling Waters CDP | CDP | 0.8 mi | — |
| Downsville CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Williamsport town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Hedgesville town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Big Spring CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Charlton CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5400392526. • 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.