ZIP Code 26542, West Virginia
ZIP Code 26542 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 26542 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Monongalia County / Preston County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,067. The land area covers 35.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,067 | ±419 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.8 yrs | ±11 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 890 | ±166 | 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 | 967 | ±182 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 890 | ±166 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 77 | ±57 |
| Median Home Value | $152,000 | ±$32,620 |
| Median Gross Rent | $883 | ±$852 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,375 | ±$17,533 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,563 | ±$4,327 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% | ±7.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 327 | ±169 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 774 | ±185 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.6% | ±10% |
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: 108,697 (2024)
ID: 176943
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
243 HIGH ST, MORGANTOWN WV 26505-5490
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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 | Point Marion, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Bobtown, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Morgantown, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Bruceton Mills, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Kingwood, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Morgantown, WV | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Morgantown, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Morgantown, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Point Marion, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Kingwood, 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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Ross College-Morgantown
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College Vocational | 8.6 mi away | 1474 Earl L. Core Road, Morgantown, WV, 26505-5884 |
3045983689
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CHEAT AREA
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 121 CROSBY RD., MORGANTOWN, WV, 26508 |
(304) 594-1020
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Monongalia County Technical Education Center
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College Vocational | 9.6 mi away | 1000 Mississippi Street, Morgantown, WV, 26501-6841 |
30429192402723
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CLINTON DISTRICT
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 2005 GRAFTON RD., MORGANTOWN, WV, 26508 |
(304) 291-0703
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Morgantown Beauty College Inc
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College | 9.9 mi away | 276 Walnut St, Morgantown, WV, 26505-5430 |
30429284750
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KINGWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 205 WEST MAIN ST, KINGWOOD, WV, 26537 |
(304) 329-1499
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West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown
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College | 10.0 mi away | 148 Willey St, Morgantown, WV, 26505 |
3042968282
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MORGANTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 373 SPRUCE STREET, MORGANTOWN, WV, 26505 |
(304) 291-7425
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West Virginia University
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College | 10.0 mi away | PO Box 6201, Morgantown, WV, 26506 |
3042930111
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TERRA ALTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 701B EAST STATE AVENUE, TERRA ALTA, WV, 26764 |
(304) 789-2724
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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 MORGANTOWN HART FLD, WV US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 26542. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.1° | 24.0° | 32.0° | 3.12" | — |
| February | 43.7° | 25.8° | 34.8° | 2.81" | — |
| March | 52.6° | 32.6° | 42.6° | 3.65" | — |
| April | 65.2° | 42.4° | 53.8° | 3.87" | — |
| May | 73.6° | 51.5° | 62.6° | 4.33" | — |
| June | 80.9° | 59.7° | 70.3° | 4.07" | — |
| July | 84.4° | 63.8° | 74.1° | 4.93" | — |
| August | 83.1° | 62.5° | 72.8° | 3.65" | — |
| September | 77.1° | 55.9° | 66.5° | 3.41" | — |
| October | 65.9° | 44.7° | 55.3° | 3.09" | — |
| November | 54.1° | 35.8° | 44.9° | 3.02" | — |
| December | 44.3° | 28.6° | 36.4° | 3.20" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masontown town | Town | 1.9 mi | — |
| Reedsville town | Town | 4.5 mi | — |
| Arthurdale CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Brookhaven CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Cheat Lake CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Kingwood city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 26542. • 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.