Mineral County's 2026 population is estimated at 26,833, reflecting a 0.15% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Mineral County is the 21st largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 28,208 and has grown -4.87% since 2010.
Overall: 44.6 years
Female: 46.5 years
Male: 43.7 years
There are 21,448 adults, (6,071 of whom are seniors) in Mineral County.
Female: 13,479 (50.2%)
Male: 13,375 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Mineral County includes 92.94% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,957 | 92.94% |
| Two or more races | 1,165 | 4.34% |
| Black or African American | 357 | 1.33% |
| Other race | 203 | 0.76% |
| Native American | 102 | 0.38% |
| Asian | 58 | 0.22% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 12 | 0.04% |
Mineral County 's average per capita income is $48,841. Household income levels show a median of $69,375. The poverty rate stands at 14.04%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $94,027 | - |
| Families | $89,992 | $108,475 |
| Households | $69,375 | $91,483 |
| Non Families | $37,070 | $53,265 |
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