ZIP Code 26268, West Virginia
ZIP Code 26268 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 26268 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Randolph County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34. The land area covers 56.97 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | ±57 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | Suppressed | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14 | ±24 | 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 | 94 | ±64 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14 | ±24 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 80 | ±60 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | Data unavailable | — |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±38.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Civilian Labor Force, Unemployed | 0 | ±13 |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 0 | ±13 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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: 27,190 (2024)
ID: 176948
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
4 RANDOLPH AVE, RM 102, ELKINS WV 26241-4092
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Beverly, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Coalton, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Elkins, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Elkins, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mill Creek, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elkins, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elkins, WV | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Elkins, WV | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Elkins, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Mill Creek, 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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Randolph Technical Center
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College Vocational | 12.3 mi away | 200 Kennedy Drive, Elkins, WV, 26241-9527 |
3046369195
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RUSSELL MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 10038 SENECA TRAIL, MILL CREEK, WV, 26280 |
(304) 335-6277
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Davis & Elkins College
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College | 15.0 mi away | 100 Campus Dr, Elkins, WV, 26241-3996 |
3046371900
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BEVERLY HERITAGE LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 4 COURT STREET, BEVERLY, WV, 26253 |
(304) 635-7674
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Future Generations University
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College | 22.5 mi away | 400 Road Less Traveled Rd, Franklin, WV, 26807-0000 |
3043582000
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DURBIN
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 4715 STAUTON-PARKERSBURG TURNPIKE, DURBIN, WV, 26264 |
(304) 456-3142
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ELKINS-RANDOLPH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 416 DAVIS AVE, ELKINS, WV, 26241 |
(304) 637-0287
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VALLEY HEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 25369 SENECA TRAIL, VALLEY HEAD, WV, 26294 |
(304) 339-6071
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GREEN BANK
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 5683 POTOMAC HIGHLANDS TRAIL, GREEN BANK, WV, 24944 |
(304) 456-4507
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HELVETIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 4901 PICKENS ROAD, HELVETIA, WV, 26224 |
(304) 924-5063
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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 GLADY 1 N, WV US, located 8.6 miles from ZCTA5 26268. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.1° | 15.7° | 25.4° | 4.45" | 27.3" |
| February | 38.5° | 17.2° | 27.8° | 3.98" | 24.0" |
| March | 46.7° | 23.8° | 35.2° | 4.80" | 17.5" |
| April | 59.0° | 33.4° | 46.2° | 5.19" | 4.3" |
| May | 67.6° | 42.6° | 55.1° | 6.24" | 0.0" |
| June | 74.6° | 50.8° | 62.7° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.9° | 55.0° | 66.4° | 5.66" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.2° | 53.9° | 65.5° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.1° | 46.6° | 59.3° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.3° | 35.3° | 48.3° | 3.68" | 1.4" |
| November | 49.3° | 26.0° | 37.6° | 3.34" | 8.0" |
| December | 39.3° | 20.6° | 29.9° | 4.28" | 20.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Dailey CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Valley Bend CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Dailey CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Mill Creek town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Huttonsville town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
| Beverly town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 26268. • 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.