ZIP Code 26238, West Virginia
ZIP Code 26238 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 26238 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Barbour County / Upshur County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,107. The land area covers 20.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | ±275 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55.5 yrs | ±9.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 572 | ±174 | 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 | 700 | ±165 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 572 | ±174 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 128 | ±75 |
| Median Home Value | $133,000 | ±$16,875 |
| 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 | $47,951 | ±$10,438 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,946 | ±$16,032 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.2% | ±20.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 290 | ±235 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.7% | ±11.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 392 | ±146 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±18.6% |
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 BARBOUR
GUS Population: 15,369 (2024)
ID: 176927
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONER
8 N MAIN ST, PHILIPPI WV 26416-1140
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Buckhannon, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Belington, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Belington, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bridgeport, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bridgeport, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Buckhannon, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Buckhannon, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Clarksburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Coalton, WV | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Clarksburg, 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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Fred W Eberle Technical Center
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College | 7.8 mi away | 208 Morton Ave, Buckhannon, WV, 26201 |
3044721259
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PHILIPPI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 91 S. MAIN ST., PHILIPPI, WV, 26416 |
(304) 457-3495
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West Virginia Wesleyan College
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College | 8.3 mi away | 59 College Ave, Buckhannon, WV, 26201-2994 |
3044738000
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CHARLES W. GIBSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 105 EAST MAIN STREET, BUCKHANNON, WV, 26201 |
(304) 472-2339
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West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport
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College | 14.0 mi away | 176 Thompson Dr., Bridgeport, WV, 26330 |
3048424007
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UPSHUR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 1150 ROUTE 20 SOUTH ROAD, BUCKHANNON, WV, 26201 |
(304) 473-4219
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Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy
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College | 15.7 mi away | 120 S 3rd St, Clarksburg, WV, 26301 |
3046246475110
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SOUTHERN AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 120 EAST MAIN STREET, LOST CREEK, WV, 26385 |
(304) 745-4865
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United Technical Center
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College Vocational | 18.0 mi away | 251 Marietta Street, Clarksburg, WV, 26301-6313 |
3043267582
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BELINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 88 ELLIOTT AVE., BELINGTON, WV, 26250 |
(304) 823-1026
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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 BUCKHANNON, WV US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 26238. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.8° | 21.1° | 31.0° | 3.61" | 11.9" |
| February | 44.3° | 22.8° | 33.5° | 3.29" | 11.3" |
| March | 53.2° | 29.2° | 41.2° | 4.15" | 6.7" |
| April | 65.9° | 37.9° | 51.9° | 3.82" | 0.7" |
| May | 74.1° | 48.6° | 61.4° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.0° | 57.4° | 69.2° | 5.10" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.3° | 62.0° | 73.1° | 5.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.8° | 60.2° | 72.0° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.6° | 53.0° | 65.8° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.8° | 40.8° | 53.8° | 3.82" | 0.1" |
| November | 54.6° | 31.2° | 42.9° | 3.03" | 1.8" |
| December | 45.0° | 25.9° | 35.4° | 3.93" | 6.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| Philippi city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Buckhannon city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Galloway CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Lost Creek town | Town | 11.0 mi | — |
| Flemington town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 26238. • 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.