ZIP Code 26851, West Virginia
ZIP Code 26851 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 26851 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hampshire County / Hardy County, West Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,870. The land area covers 102.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,870 | ±306 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54.1 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 945 | ±142 | 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 | 1,343 | ±211 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 945 | ±142 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 398 | ±173 |
| Median Home Value | $209,400 | ±$60,495 |
| Median Gross Rent | $820 | ±$273 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,776 | ±$23,554 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,823 | ±$5,640 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.3% | ±9.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 360 | ±184 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±6.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 804 | ±206 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.6% | ±5.2% |
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: 23,793 (2024)
ID: 194198
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 806, 19 E MAIN ST, ROMNEY WV 26757-0806
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Woodstock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Baker, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Baker, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Woodstock, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Strasburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Strasburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Strasburg, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Woodstock, VA | |
| 7 Nearby | 10-17 | WOODSTOCK, VA | |
| 4 Nearby | 3-17 | EDINBURG, VA |
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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Eastern West Virginia Community and Technical College
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College | 17.4 mi away | 316 Eastern Drive, Moorefield, WV, 26836-0000 |
3044348000
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STRASBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 195 WEST KING ST., STRASBURG, VA, 22657 |
(540) 465-8464
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Laurel Ridge Community College
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College | 18.5 mi away | 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, 22645 |
8009065322
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SHENANDOAH COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 514 STONEY CREEK BOULEVARD, EDINBURG, VA, 22824 |
(540) 984-8200
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FORT VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 6190 WOODSTOCK TOWER ROAD, FORT VALLEY, VA, 22652 |
(540) 933-6714
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BASYE-ORKNEY SPRINGS LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | AIRPORT ROAD, BASYE, VA, 22810 |
(540) 856-8084
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HARDY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 102 N. MAIN ST., MOOREFIELD, WV, 26836 |
(304) 538-6560
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CAPON BRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 2987 NORTHWESTERN PIKE, CAPON BRIDGE, WV, 26711 |
(304) 856-3777
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MOUNT JACKSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 5901 MAIN STREET, MT. JACKSON, VA, 22842 |
(540) 477-3327
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HAMPSHIRE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 153 WEST MAIN STREET, ROMNEY, WV, 26757 |
(304) 822-3185
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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 WARDENSVILLE R M FARM, WV US, located 4.4 miles from ZCTA5 26851. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.8° | 19.6° | 30.7° | 2.28" | — |
| February | 44.6° | 21.2° | 32.9° | 2.04" | — |
| March | 53.0° | 27.2° | 40.1° | 2.90" | — |
| April | 64.6° | 36.1° | 50.3° | 3.13" | — |
| May | 73.3° | 46.0° | 59.6° | 3.89" | — |
| June | 81.3° | 55.0° | 68.2° | 3.77" | — |
| July | 85.6° | 59.3° | 72.4° | 3.72" | — |
| August | 84.0° | 57.9° | 70.9° | 3.64" | — |
| September | 78.1° | 50.3° | 64.2° | 3.76" | — |
| October | 67.2° | 38.5° | 52.8° | 2.86" | — |
| November | 55.7° | 29.5° | 42.6° | 2.72" | — |
| December | 45.3° | 22.7° | 34.0° | 2.71" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wardensville town | Town | 2.5 mi | — |
| Alonzaville CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Mount Olive CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Saumsville CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Maurertown CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Toms Brook town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 26851. • 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.