26201 ZIP Code – Buckhannon, West Virginia
ZIP code 26201 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Buckhannon, West Virginia, within Upshur County with a population of approximately 19,662 residents. The median household income is $49,962 — near the West Virginia average and below the national average. The median home value of $154,400 is well below the national average, with 78.1% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $734 is below the national average. Housing consists of 74% single-family (decreasing).
At 5.4%, the unemployment rate is near the national figure. About 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line, above the national rate. An estimated 18.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average. The median age is 42.5, near the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 26238, 26210, 26267.
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ZIP 26201 vs. West Virginia vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 26201 | WV Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19k | 2,492 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $49k | $54k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $154k | $125k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $734 | $766 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.5 | 45.9 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | 7.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 18.3% | 19.7% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 18.5% | 15.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 26238 – Volga
- 26210 – Adrian
- 26267 – Ellamore
- 26372 – Horner
- 26237 – Tallmansville
- 26218 – French Creek
- 26257 – Coalton
- 26250 – Belington
- 26385 – Lost Creek
- 26275 – Junior
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26238 | VOLGA | 1,054 | $42,720 |
| 26210 | ADRIAN | Not provided | Not provided |
| 26267 | ELLAMORE | 716 | $55,603 |
| 26372 | HORNER | 687 | $104,375 |
| 26237 | TALLMANSVILLE | 438 | $78,043 |