Western district, West Virginia
Western district profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Western district is a geographic entity located in Jackson County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,343. The land area covers 148.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,343 | ±881 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs | ±4.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,050 | ±311 | 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 | 4,520 | ±317 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,050 | ±311 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 470 | ±166 |
| Median Home Value | $172,000 | ±$15,179 |
| Median Gross Rent | $661 | ±$114 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,083 | ±$2,767 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,032 | ±$4,670 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,327 | ±401 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,073 | ±482 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.8% | ±4% |
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 JACKSON
GUS Population: 27,718 (2024)
ID: 176935
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 800, RIPLEY WV 25271-0800
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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 | Buffalo, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Buffalo, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cottageville, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Evans, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ripley, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sandyville, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ravenswood, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kenna, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Leon, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | New Haven, 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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Roane-Jackson Technical Center
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College | 11.4 mi away | 9450 Spencer Rd, Leroy, WV, 25252-9700 |
3043727335
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JACKSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 208 N. CHURCH ST., RIPLEY, WV, 25271 |
(304) 372-5343
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Putnam Career and Technical Center
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College Vocational | 20.8 mi away | 300 Roosevelt Boulevard, Eleanor, WV, 25070-0640 |
30458634944406
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RAVENSWOOD BRANCH
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 323 VIRGINIA STREET, RAVENSWOOD, WV, 26164 |
(304) 273-5343
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RACINE BRANCH
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 608 TYREE BLVD, RACINE, OH, 45771 |
(740) 949-8400
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NEW HAVEN
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 106 MAIN ST., NEW HAVEN, WV, 25265 |
(304) 882-3252
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BUFFALO
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 19209 BUFFALO ROAD, BUFFALO, WV, 25033 |
(304) 937-3538
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MASON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 508 VIAND STREET, POINT PLEASANT, WV, 25550 |
(304) 675-0894
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MIDDLEPORT BRANCH
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 178 S. THIRD AVE., MIDDLEPORT, OH, 45760 |
(740) 992-5713
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MASON CITY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 502 BROWN ST., MASON, WV, 25260 |
(304) 773-5580
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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 RIPLEY, WV US, located 3.2 miles from Western district. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.7° | 21.8° | 32.8° | 3.14" | 6.3" |
| February | 47.8° | 23.8° | 35.8° | 3.26" | 1.4" |
| March | 57.1° | 30.3° | 43.7° | 4.23" | 1.4" |
| April | 69.8° | 39.6° | 54.7° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.8° | 50.0° | 63.9° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.7° | 58.7° | 71.7° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 63.3° | 75.8° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.2° | 61.5° | 74.3° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.6° | 54.5° | 68.1° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.2° | 42.0° | 56.1° | 3.12" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.1° | 32.1° | 45.1° | 2.99" | 0.2" |
| December | 47.8° | 26.5° | 37.2° | 3.66" | 2.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Cottageville CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Ravenswood city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Leon town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
| Racine village | Village | 13.1 mi | — |
| New Haven town | Town | 16.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5403593605. • 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.