ZIP Code 24918, West Virginia
ZIP Code 24918 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24918 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Monroe County / Summers County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,420. The land area covers 37.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,420 | ±455 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 25.8 yrs | ±7.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 497 | ±147 | 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 | 780 | ±202 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 497 | ±147 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 283 | ±175 |
| Median Home Value | $140,800 | ±$18,988 |
| Median Gross Rent | $667 | ±$192 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,594 | ±$21,705 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,550 | ±$8,563 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% | ±17.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 379 | ±273 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±4.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 539 | ±217 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.7% | ±16.2% |
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 MONROE
GUS Population: 12,462 (2024)
ID: 136372
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 350, UNION WV 24983-0350
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hinton, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alderson, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Athens, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Pembroke, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Pearisburg, VA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | N | Pearisburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Pearisburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hinton, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lindside, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Jumping Branch, 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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Concord University
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College | 15.9 mi away | 1000 Vermillion Street, Athens, WV, 24712 |
8883446679
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PETERSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 172 COLLEGE AVENUE, PETERSTOWN, WV, 24963 |
(304) 753-9568
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Mercer County Technical Education Center
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College | 22.7 mi away | 1397 Stafford Dr, Princeton, WV, 24740 |
3044259551
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MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 303 SOUTH MAIN STREET, UNION, WV, 24983 |
(304) 772-3038
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SUMMERS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 201 TEMPLE ST, HINTON, WV, 25951 |
(304) 466-4490
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SUMMERS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 201 TEMPLE ST, HINTON, WV, 25951 |
(304) 466-4490
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PEARISBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 209 FORT BRANCH ROAD, PEARISBURG, VA, 24134 |
(540) 921-2556
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IRIS BRAMMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 109 MARY STREET, NARROWS, VA, 24124 |
(540) 726-2884
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ALDERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 115 WALNUT AVE., ALDERSON, WV, 24910 |
(304) 445-7221
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RONCEVERTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 500 MAIN STREET W., RONCEVERTE, WV, 24970 |
(304) 647-7400
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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 BLUESTONE LAKE, WV US, located 11.2 miles from ZCTA5 24918. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.2° | 24.8° | 33.5° | 3.06" | 6.0" |
| February | 46.5° | 27.4° | 36.9° | 2.86" | 5.5" |
| March | 55.9° | 33.1° | 44.5° | 3.73" | 2.9" |
| April | 67.5° | 42.0° | 54.7° | 3.67" | 0.2" |
| May | 75.5° | 51.4° | 63.5° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.5° | 60.4° | 71.5° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.4° | 64.3° | 74.8° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.3° | 63.7° | 74.0° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 57.4° | 68.1° | 3.15" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.8° | 44.8° | 56.3° | 2.65" | 0.1" |
| November | 55.6° | 34.5° | 45.1° | 2.43" | 0.1" |
| December | 44.9° | 28.5° | 36.7° | 3.22" | 4.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterstown town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
| Rich Creek town | Town | 10.3 mi | — |
| Glen Lyn town | Town | 12.1 mi | — |
| Union town | Town | 12.2 mi | — |
| Ripplemead CDP | CDP | 12.9 mi | — |
| Hinton city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24918. • 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.