26456 ZIP Code – West Union, West Virginia
26456 is a small ZIP code in West Union, West Virginia, part of Doddridge County with a population of approximately 3,156 residents. The median household income is $58,875 — near the West Virginia average and below the national average. The median home value of $151,500 is well below the national average, with 87.8% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $366 is well below the national average. Housing consists of 85% single-family (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate is 19.5%, above the national average. 16.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the U.S. average. The median age is 51.9, above the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 26436, 26411, 26415.
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ZIP 26456 vs. West Virginia vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 26456 | WV Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,156 | 2,492 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $58k | $54k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $151k | $125k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $366 | $766 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 51.9 | 45.9 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | 7.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 19.5% | 19.7% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 16.6% | 15.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 26436 – Smithburg
- 26411 – New Milton
- 26415 – Pennsboro
- 26320 – Alma
- 26421 – Pullman
- 26426 – Salem
- 26339 – Center Point
- 26325 – Auburn
- 26327 – Berea
- 26149 – Middlebourne
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26436 | SMITHBURG | 101 | $32,670 |
| 26411 | NEW MILTON | 817 | $45,900 |
| 26415 | PENNSBORO | 3,602 | $62,905 |
| 26320 | ALMA | 774 | $62,216 |
| 26421 | PULLMAN | 184 | $48,092 |