ZIP Code 24951, West Virginia
ZIP Code 24951 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 24951 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Monroe County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,416. The land area covers 52.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,416 | ±407 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 60 yrs | ±6.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 668 | ±195 | 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 | 920 | ±220 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 668 | ±195 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 252 | ±167 |
| Median Home Value | $205,200 | ±$84,071 |
| 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 | $70,559 | ±$9,513 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,359 | ±$6,295 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 71 | ±61 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 634 | ±286 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 68% | ±20.2% |
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-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-07 | Pearisburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Union, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Narrows, VA |
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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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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College | 21.4 mi away | 210 Burruss Hall, 800 Drillfield Dr., Blacksburg, VA, 24061-0131 |
5402316994
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MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 303 SOUTH MAIN STREET, UNION, WV, 24983 |
(304) 772-3038
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Concord University
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College | 21.6 mi away | 1000 Vermillion Street, Athens, WV, 24712 |
8883446679
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PETERSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 172 COLLEGE AVENUE, PETERSTOWN, WV, 24963 |
(304) 753-9568
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West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 23.7 mi away | 400 Lee Street North, Lewisburg, WV, 24901 |
3046456270
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PEARISBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 209 FORT BRANCH ROAD, PEARISBURG, VA, 24134 |
(540) 921-2556
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Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 23.7 mi away | 2265 Kraft Drive, Blacksburg, VA, 24060 |
5402314000
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IRIS BRAMMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 109 MARY STREET, NARROWS, VA, 24124 |
(540) 726-2884
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ALDERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 115 WALNUT AVE., ALDERSON, WV, 24910 |
(304) 445-7221
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SUMMERS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 201 TEMPLE ST, HINTON, WV, 25951 |
(304) 466-4490
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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 UNION 3 SSE, WV US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 24951. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.4° | 22.2° | 32.3° | 2.65" | 6.3" |
| February | 46.5° | 24.1° | 35.3° | 2.28" | 5.9" |
| March | 55.1° | 29.9° | 42.5° | 3.31" | 5.1" |
| April | 65.9° | 39.1° | 52.5° | 3.50" | 0.4" |
| May | 74.0° | 48.2° | 61.1° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.2° | 57.1° | 69.1° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.1° | 60.8° | 72.4° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.3° | 59.2° | 71.2° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.7° | 51.6° | 64.7° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.5° | 39.6° | 53.5° | 2.56" | 0.1" |
| November | 56.2° | 30.5° | 43.3° | 2.52" | 0.7" |
| December | 46.0° | 25.4° | 35.7° | 2.90" | 5.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Ripplemead CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Peterstown town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
| Pembroke town | Town | 12.0 mi | — |
| Pearisburg town | Town | 12.8 mi | — |
| Rich Creek town | Town | 13.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 24951. • 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.