McDowell County, WV — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
18,413
Male
9,876
53.6%
Female
8,537
46.4%
Median Age
43.6 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.5
Foreign Born
1.8%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher4.3%
High School or Higher44.0%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
4.5%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
18.1%
Married
30.9%
McDowell County, WV has a population of 18,413 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 43.6 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 88.3% of the population. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 1.8% of residents are foreign-born.