24712 ZIP Code – Athens, West Virginia
ZIP code 24712 is a small ZIP code located in Athens, West Virginia, within Mercer County with a population of approximately 2,721 residents. The median household income is $59,181 — near the West Virginia average and below the national average. The median home value of $175,300 is below the national average, with 87.5% owner-occupied housing (increasing). ; median rent of $880 is similarly below the national average. Housing consists of 89% single-family (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 4.1%, which is below the U.S. rate. About 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate. An estimated 37.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average. Nearby ZIP codes include 25971, 25922, 24740.
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ZIP 24712 vs. West Virginia vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 24712 | WV Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,721 | 2,492 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $59k | $54k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $175k | $125k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $880 | $766 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 21.9 | 45.9 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | 7.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | 19.7% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 37.1% | 15.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 25971 – Lerona
- 25922 – Spanishburg
- 24740 – Princeton
- 25979 – Pipestem
- 25820 – Camp Creek
- 25841 – Flat Top
- 24739 – Princeton
- 24731 – Kegley
- 24714 – Beeson
- 24733 – Lashmeet
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25971 | LERONA | 1,586 | $69,089 |
| 25922 | SPANISHBURG | 131 | Not provided |
| 24740 | PRINCETON | 16,510 | $41,911 |
| 25979 | PIPESTEM | 669 | $35,333 |
| 25820 | CAMP CREEK | 527 | $46,994 |