ZIP Code 26421, West Virginia
ZIP Code 26421 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 26421 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ritchie County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 198. The land area covers 17.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | ±122 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs | ±12.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 87 | ±50 | 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 | 98 | ±50 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 87 | ±50 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 11 | ±11 |
| 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 | $41,250 | ±$24,860 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,646 | ±$6,931 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% | ±13.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 41 | ±37 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±16.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 79 | ±63 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.1% | ±17.6% |
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 RITCHIE
GUS Population: 8,170 (2024)
ID: 176949
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
115 E MAIN ST RM 201, HARRISVILLE WV 26362
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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 | Pennsboro, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | West Union, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | West Union, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | West Union, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | West Union, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Harrisville, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Linn, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ellenboro, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Ellenboro, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Smithville, 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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Glenville State University
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College | 17.7 mi away | 200 High Street, Glenville, WV, 26351-1292 |
3044627361
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RITCHIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 608 E. MAIN ST., HARRISVILLE, WV, 26362 |
(304) 643-2717
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Salem University
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College | 20.3 mi away | 223 W Main St, Salem, WV, 26426 |
3043261109
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PENNSBORO BRANCH
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 411 MAIN STREET, PENNSBORO, WV, 26415 |
(304) 659-2197
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DODDRIDGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 170 MARIE STREET, WEST UNION, WV, 26456 |
(304) 873-1941
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GILMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 214 WALNUT STREET, GLENVILLE, WV, 26351 |
(304) 462-5620
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CALHOUN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 250 MILL STREET, GRANTSVILLE, WV, 26147 |
(304) 354-6300
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SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 23 DEPOT STREET, SALEM, WV, 26426 |
(304) 627-2236
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PLEASANTS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 101 LAFAYETTE ST., ST. MARYS, WV, 26170 |
(304) 684-7494
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CENTER POINT
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 8871 WV ROUTE 23, SALEM, WV, 26426 |
(304) 782-2461
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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 HARRISVILLE, WV US, located 7.1 miles from ZCTA5 26421. 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° | 20.8° | 30.5° | 3.57" | — |
| February | 44.5° | 22.6° | 33.6° | 3.30" | — |
| March | 54.1° | 29.6° | 41.9° | 4.06" | — |
| April | 66.6° | 38.5° | 52.5° | 3.84" | — |
| May | 75.2° | 49.7° | 62.5° | 4.89" | — |
| June | 81.3° | 58.4° | 69.8° | 4.62" | — |
| July | 84.4° | 62.4° | 73.4° | 5.43" | — |
| August | 84.1° | 60.7° | 72.4° | 3.89" | — |
| September | 78.2° | 53.2° | 65.7° | 3.55" | — |
| October | 67.1° | 40.6° | 53.9° | 3.27" | — |
| November | 55.5° | 30.7° | 43.1° | 3.02" | — |
| December | 44.9° | 25.4° | 35.1° | 3.82" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pullman town | Town | 1.4 mi | — |
| Auburn town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Harrisville town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Pennsboro city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Ellenboro town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
| West Union town | Town | 11.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 26421. • 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.