Calhoun County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,729, reflecting a -1.24% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Calhoun County is the 54th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 7,658 and has grown -25.19% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.6 years
Female: 47.5 years
Male: 49.8 years
There are 4,901 adults, (1,597 of whom are seniors) in Calhoun County.
Female: 3,080 (50.9%)
Male: 2,968 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Calhoun County includes 95.8% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,794 | 95.8% |
| Two or more races | 197 | 3.26% |
| Other race | 40 | 0.66% |
| Native American | 9 | 0.15% |
| Black or African American | 5 | 0.08% |
| Asian | 3 | 0.05% |
Calhoun County 's average per capita income is $41,392. Household income levels show a median of $43,980. The poverty rate stands at 32.86%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $51,635 | - |
| Families | $45,970 | $83,073 |
| Households | $43,980 | $70,554 |
| Non Families | $24,800 | $42,158 |
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