26537 ZIP Code – Kingwood, West Virginia
Located in Kingwood, West Virginia, ZIP code 26537 is a mid-sized ZIP code within Preston County with a population of approximately 5,509 residents. The median household income of $58,043 is near the West Virginia average and below the national average. The median home value of $158,700 is below the national average, with 75.5% owner-occupied housing (increasing). . Median rent is $664, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 78% single-family (increasing), 8% apartments (decreasing).
The unemployment rate is 7.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate is 15.4%, above the national average. 24.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the U.S. average. The population has a median age of 47.0, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 26547, 26520, 26519.
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ZIP 26537 vs. West Virginia vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 26537 | WV Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,509 | 2,492 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $58k | $54k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $158k | $125k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $664 | $766 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 47.0 | 45.9 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% | 7.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% | 19.7% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.4% | 15.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 26547 – Reedsville
- 26520 – Arthurdale
- 26519 – Albright
- 26524 – Bretz
- 26542 – Masontown
- 26410 – Newburg
- 26764 – Terra Alta
- 26444 – Tunnelton
- 26374 – Independence
- 26425 – Rowlesburg
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26547 | REEDSVILLE | 2,849 | $62,795 |
| 26520 | ARTHURDALE | 492 | Not provided |
| 26519 | ALBRIGHT | 1,933 | $52,083 |
| 26524 | BRETZ | 175 | Not provided |
| 26542 | MASONTOWN | 2,039 | $54,924 |