Nicholas County, WV — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
24,446
Male
12,293
50.3%
Female
12,153
49.7%
Median Age
46.0 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.5
Foreign Born
1.2%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher14.0%
High School or Higher45.8%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
6.5%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
8.8%
Married
43.2%
Nicholas County, WV has a population of 24,446 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 46.0 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 96.7% of the population. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 1.2% of residents are foreign-born.