Gilmer County, WV — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
7,376
Male
4,430
60.1%
Female
2,946
39.9%
Median Age
40.7 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.4
Foreign Born
3.8%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher14.4%
High School or Higher48.7%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
5.9%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
13.4%
Married
34.9%
Gilmer County, WV has a population of 7,376 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 40.7 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 81.9% of the population. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 3.8% of residents are foreign-born.