Demographics in Elkins, WV

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Elkins?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

6,875

Male

3,440

50.0%

Female

3,435

50.0%

Median Age

36.1

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

88.5%

Black

3.0%

Hispanic

3.3%

Two or More

6.8%

Other

1.7%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

20.2%

High School or Higher

48.2%

Foreign Born

1.6%

Veterans

5.8%

Married

28.1%

Avg Household Size

2.4

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Elkins, WV has a population of 6,875 with a median age of 36.1. The racial makeup is 88.5% White, 3.3% Hispanic, 3.0% Black. About 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.6%.