Hancock County's 2026 population is estimated at 27,481, reflecting a -0.89% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hancock County is the 19th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 30,686 and has grown -10.44% since 2010.
Overall: 47 years
Female: 48.9 years
Male: 45.2 years
There are 23,210 adults, (7,001 of whom are seniors) in Hancock County.
Female: 14,506 (51%)
Male: 13,925 (49%)
The racial composition of Hancock County includes 92.61% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,330 | 92.61% |
| Two or more races | 1,143 | 4.02% |
| Black or African American | 501 | 1.76% |
| Other race | 220 | 0.77% |
| Asian | 146 | 0.51% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 84 | 0.3% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.02% |
Hancock County 's average per capita income is $43,628. Household income levels show a median of $61,466. The poverty rate stands at 14.51%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,910 | - |
| Families | $81,598 | $95,765 |
| Households | $61,466 | $81,029 |
| Non Families | $34,650 | $57,124 |
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