24739 ZIP Code – Princeton, West Virginia
24739 is a ZIP code serving Princeton, West Virginia in Mercer County with a population of approximately 13,080 residents. The median household income is $54,226 — near the West Virginia average and below the national average. At $121,100, median home values run well below the national average, with 82.9% owner-occupied housing (stable). ; median rent of $746 is similarly below the national average. Housing consists of 66% single-family (stable), 7% apartments (stable).
Unemployment stands at 3.2%, which is below the U.S. rate. The poverty rate is 17.2%, above the national average. 21.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the U.S. average. The median age is 47.4, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 24740, 24712, 24093.
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ZIP 24739 vs. West Virginia vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 24739 | WV Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13k | 2,492 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $54k | $54k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $121k | $125k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $746 | $766 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 47.4 | 45.9 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | 7.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% | 19.7% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 21.5% | 15.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 24740 – Princeton
- 24712 – Athens
- 24093 – Glen Lyn
- 25971 – Lerona
- 24124 – Narrows
- 24731 – Kegley
- 25922 – Spanishburg
- 24366 – Rocky Gap
- 24147 – Rich Creek
- 25979 – Pipestem
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24740 | PRINCETON | 16,510 | $41,911 |
| 24712 | ATHENS | 2,721 | $59,181 |
| 24093 | GLEN LYN | 114 | Not provided |
| 25971 | LERONA | 1,586 | $69,089 |
| 24124 | NARROWS | 4,801 | $57,853 |