ZIP Code 25976, West Virginia
ZIP Code 25976 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 25976 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fayette County / Greenbrier County / Summers County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,469. The land area covers 73.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,469 | ±470 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54 yrs | ±5.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,051 | ±214 | 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 | 1,239 | ±225 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,051 | ±214 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 188 | ±94 |
| Median Home Value | $126,100 | ±$31,980 |
| Median Gross Rent | $683 | ±$26 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $41,169 | ±$9,924 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,994 | ±$4,108 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.6% | ±8.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 583 | ±236 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 655 | ±191 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.8% | ±7.2% |
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 FAYETTE
GUS Population: 38,600 (2024)
ID: 176931
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 307, FAYETTEVILLE WV 25840-0307
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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 | Quinwood, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Daniels, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Fayetteville, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ghent, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Charmco, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hinton, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Jumping Branch, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Meadow Bridge, 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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New River Community and Technical College
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College | 15.5 mi away | 280 University Drive, Beaver, WV, 25813-8987 |
3049295450
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MEADOW BRIDGE
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 53 MONTRADO STREET, MEADOW BRIDGE, WV, 25976 |
(304) 484-7942
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Academy of Careers and Technology
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College Vocational | 16.6 mi away | 390 Stanaford Rd, Beckley, WV, 25801 |
3042564615302
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RAINELLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 378 7TH STREET, RAINELLE, WV, 25962 |
(304) 438-3008
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Valley College-Beckley
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College | 17.9 mi away | 120 New River Town Center, Beckley, WV, 25801 |
3042529547
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SUMMERS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 201 TEMPLE ST, HINTON, WV, 25951 |
(304) 466-4490
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West Virginia University Institute of Technology
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College | 17.9 mi away | 512 South Kanawha Street, Beckley, WV, 25801 |
3044421000
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SUMMERS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 201 TEMPLE ST, HINTON, WV, 25951 |
(304) 466-4490
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Appalachian Bible College
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College | 18.1 mi away | 161 College Drive, Mount Hope, WV, 25880-9557 |
3048776428
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RUPERT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 124 GREENBRIER STREET, RUPERT, WV, 25984 |
(304) 392-6158
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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 13.8 miles from ZCTA5 25976. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Bridge town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
| Rainelle town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
| Hinton city | City | 11.5 mi | — |
| Prince CDP | CDP | 12.0 mi | — |
| Rupert town | Town | 13.0 mi | — |
| Piney View CDP | CDP | 13.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 25976. • 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.