Demographics in Welch, WV

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

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Population

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

Total Population

3,492

Male

2,689

77.0%

Female

803

23.0%

Median Age

39.8

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

74.0%

Black

25.0%

Hispanic

9.0%

Asian

0.3%

Two or More

0.5%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

5.5%

High School or Higher

49.3%

Foreign Born

8.5%

Veterans

3.6%

Married

22.7%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

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

Welch, WV has a population of 3,492 with a median age of 39.8. The racial makeup is 74.0% White, 9.0% Hispanic, 25.0% Black. About 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 8.5%.