Wood County, WV

Demographics of Wood County

HomogeneousSimpson's Diversity Index: 12

Population83,829

Foreign Born0.4%

Population Density229people per mi²

Median Age43.9 yrs

Avg. Household Size2.32

Demographics Trajectory

StableSince 2010, this county has held a relatively stable population and racial composition.

Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown

Population Trends of Wood County

Overall Affluence Grade

D+

Soft

A below-average socioeconomic profile. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment trail the U.S., with higher poverty and unemployment.

Median HHIMedian Household Income

$56k+3.4%

25% below US avg

Est. Avg Net Worth

$474k

28% below US avg

College Educated

22.9%

35% below US avg

WFHWork From Home

8.6%

40% below US avg

HomeownershipHomeownership Rate

74.4%

14% above US avg

Median HomeMedian Home Value

$154k

45% below US avg

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-05-15T02:42:17.000Z

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