ZIP Code 26187, West Virginia
ZIP Code 26187 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 26187 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Wood County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,060. The land area covers 21.53 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,060 | ±388 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.1 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,694 | ±213 | 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 | 2,991 | ±247 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,694 | ±213 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 297 | ±178 |
| Median Home Value | $198,300 | ±$21,410 |
| Median Gross Rent | $887 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,226 | ±$14,520 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,497 | ±$4,569 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 409 | ±190 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,899 | ±316 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.5% | ±5.5% |
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 | PK-04 | Belmont, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | Belpre, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Belpre, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Belpre, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Beverly, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Parkersburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Parkersburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 11-12 | Waterford, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | 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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Marietta College
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College | 3.5 mi away | Irvine Bldg, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
8003317896
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WILLIAMSTOWN
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 201 W. 5TH ST., WILLIAMSTOWN, WV, 26187 |
(304) 375-6052
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Washington State College of Ohio
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College | 4.5 mi away | 710 Colegate Dr, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
7403748716
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LAFAYETTE PLAZA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 478 PIKE STREET, MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 236-4201
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Washington County Career Center-Adult Technical Training
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College Vocational | 5.5 mi away | 21740 State Route 676, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
74037362832011
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SPRINTER BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 478 PIKE ST, MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 373-1057
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Wood County Technical Center-Practical Nursing
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College Vocational | 10.1 mi away | 1515 Blizzard Drive, Parkersburg, WV, 26101 |
3044209501
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LOCAL HISTORY BRANCH
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 418 WASHINGTON ST, MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 376-2172
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West Virginia University at Parkersburg
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College | 10.8 mi away | 300 Campus Drive, Parkersburg, WV, 26104 |
3044248000
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 615 FIFTH ST., MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 373-1057
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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 PARKERSBURG WOOD CO AP, WV US, located 1.5 miles from ZCTA5 26187. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.2° | 23.7° | 32.0° | 3.27" | — |
| February | 44.4° | 25.7° | 35.0° | 3.11" | — |
| March | 54.2° | 32.9° | 43.6° | 3.67" | — |
| April | 66.9° | 42.4° | 54.6° | 3.62" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 51.6° | 63.3° | 4.17" | — |
| June | 82.1° | 59.9° | 71.0° | 4.44" | — |
| July | 85.3° | 64.1° | 74.7° | 4.45" | — |
| August | 84.7° | 62.4° | 73.5° | 3.38" | — |
| September | 78.5° | 55.2° | 66.9° | 3.18" | — |
| October | 66.8° | 43.9° | 55.4° | 2.98" | — |
| November | 54.8° | 34.6° | 44.7° | 2.88" | — |
| December | 44.4° | 28.3° | 36.3° | 3.36" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boaz CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Williamstown city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Reno CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Marietta city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| Waverly CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| North Hills town | Town | 4.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 26187. • 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.