Steele district, West Virginia
Steele district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Steele district is a geographic entity located in Wood County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,173. The land area covers 48.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,173 | ±307 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 469 | ±112 | 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 | 531 | ±126 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 469 | ±112 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 62 | ±70 |
| Median Home Value | $201,400 | ±$171,735 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,779 | ±$24,367 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,112 | ±$6,953 |
| Poverty Rate | 2% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 23 | ±19 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.5% | ±12.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 474 | ±162 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.6% | ±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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GUS Population: 82,757 (2024)
ID: 176955
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
1 COURT SQ, STE 203, PARKERSBURG WV 26101-5385
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | Belpre, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Belpre, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Belpre, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Parkersburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Parkersburg, WV | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Parkersburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Coolville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Parkersburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Parkersburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Parkersburg, 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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West Virginia University at Parkersburg
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College | 10.1 mi away | 300 Campus Drive, Parkersburg, WV, 26104 |
3044248000
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SOUTH PARKERSBURG
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 1807 BLIZZARD DR., SOUTH PARKERSBURG, WV, 26101 |
(304) 428-7041
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Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing
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College Vocational | 11.0 mi away | 1515 Blizzard Drive, Parkersburg, WV, 26101 |
3044209501
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DORA BEE WOODYARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 411 MULBERRY ST., ELIZABETH, WV, 26143 |
(304) 275-4295
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Roane-Jackson Technical Center
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College | 18.4 mi away | 9450 Spencer Rd, Leroy, WV, 25252-9700 |
3043727335
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RAVENSWOOD BRANCH
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 323 VIRGINIA STREET, RAVENSWOOD, WV, 26164 |
(304) 273-5343
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Marietta College
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College | 24.0 mi away | Irvine Bldg, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
8003317896
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BELPRE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 2012 WASHINGTON BLVD., BELPRE, OH, 45714 |
(740) 423-8381
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Washington County Career Center-Adult Technical Training
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College Vocational | 24.4 mi away | 21740 State Route 676, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
74037362832011
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 3100 EMERSON AVE., PARKERSBURG, WV, 26104 |
(304) 420-4587
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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 SANDYVILLE 9 NE, WV US, located 7.5 miles from Steele district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.3° | 19.8° | 30.0° | 3.44" | 7.8" |
| February | 44.5° | 21.9° | 33.2° | 3.45" | 6.5" |
| March | 53.8° | 27.8° | 40.8° | 4.26" | 4.3" |
| April | 67.0° | 36.9° | 51.9° | 3.99" | 0.4" |
| May | 75.2° | 47.2° | 61.2° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.3° | 56.0° | 69.1° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.4° | 60.2° | 72.8° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.6° | 58.9° | 71.8° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.9° | 51.8° | 65.3° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.7° | 39.5° | 53.6° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.1° | 29.7° | 42.4° | 2.97" | 0.8" |
| December | 44.4° | 24.8° | 34.6° | 3.89" | 4.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mineralwells CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Lubeck CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Elizabeth town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
| Hockingport CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Kanawha CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
| Newark CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5410793024. • 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.