ZIP Code 26656, West Virginia
ZIP Code 26656 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 26656 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Fayette County / Nicholas County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 414. The land area covers 15.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 414 | ±344 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 29 yrs | ±37.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 171 | ±139 | 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 | 234 | ±147 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 171 | ±139 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 63 | ±64 |
| Median Home Value | $158,700 | ±$107,264 |
| 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 | $78,068 | ±$23,136 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,779 | ±$8,507 |
| Poverty Rate | 0.2% | ±0.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1 | ±3 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.5% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 214 | ±203 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93% | ±28.3% |
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 FAYETTE
GUS Population: 38,600 (2024)
ID: 176931
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 307, FAYETTEVILLE WV 25840-0307
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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 | Ansted, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cedar Grove, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Clay, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clay, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Clay, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lookout, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | East Bank, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Fayetteville, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hico, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Pratt, 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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Fayette Institute of Technology
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College Vocational | 18.1 mi away | 300 West Oyler Avenue, Oak Hill, WV, 25901 |
30446929117104
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ANSTED
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 102 OAK STREET, ANSTED, WV, 25812 |
(304) 658-5472
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Carver Career Center
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College | 21.1 mi away | 4799 Midland Dr, Charleston, WV, 25306-6397 |
3043481965
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MONTGOMERY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 507 FERRY STREET, MONTGOMERY, WV, 25136 |
(304) 442-5665
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Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston
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College Vocational | 21.6 mi away | 5707 MacCorkle Ave. SE, Ste. 20, Charleston, WV, 25304-2816 |
3049255645
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GLASGOW
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 129 4TH AVE., GLASGOW, WV, 25086 |
(304) 595-3131
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Charleston School of Beauty Culture
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College | 22.3 mi away | 514 50th St. SE, Charleston, WV, 25304 |
3043469603
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FAYETTEVILLE
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 200 W. MAPLE AVENUE, FAYETTEVILLE, WV, 25840 |
(304) 574-0070
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Mountain State School of Massage
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College Vocational | 22.3 mi away | 601 50th St, Charleston, WV, 25304 |
3049268822
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CLAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 614 MAIN STREET, CLAY, WV, 25043 |
(304) 587-4254
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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 ANSTEAD HAWKS NEST SP, WV US, located 9.5 miles from ZCTA5 26656. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.0° | 23.0° | 32.5° | 3.26" | — |
| February | 46.5° | 24.9° | 35.7° | 2.99" | — |
| March | 55.2° | 31.0° | 43.1° | 4.19" | — |
| April | 67.6° | 40.0° | 53.8° | 4.30" | — |
| May | 75.0° | 49.5° | 62.3° | 4.98" | — |
| June | 81.1° | 58.4° | 69.7° | 4.72" | — |
| July | 84.0° | 62.1° | 73.0° | 5.87" | — |
| August | 83.4° | 60.9° | 72.1° | 4.19" | — |
| September | 78.0° | 54.3° | 66.1° | 3.61" | — |
| October | 67.6° | 42.5° | 55.0° | 3.06" | — |
| November | 56.2° | 32.6° | 44.4° | 3.14" | — |
| December | 46.1° | 26.7° | 36.4° | 3.73" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixie CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Belva CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Gauley Bridge town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Glen Ferris CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Boomer CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Smithers city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 26656. • 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.