Ritchie County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,136, reflecting a -0.21% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ritchie County is the 44th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 10,420 and has grown -21.92% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.1 years
Female: 45.9 years
Male: 46.2 years
There are 6,640 adults, (1,905 of whom are seniors) in Ritchie County.
Female: 4,168 (50.3%)
Male: 4,118 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Ritchie County includes 97.16% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Asian, Black or African American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,051 | 97.16% |
| Two or more races | 114 | 1.38% |
| Asian | 111 | 1.34% |
| Black or African American | 9 | 0.11% |
| Other race | 1 | 0.01% |
Ritchie County 's average per capita income is $36,750. Household income levels show a median of $50,582. The poverty rate stands at 21.56%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $78,000 | - |
| Families | $68,500 | $81,299 |
| Households | $50,582 | $67,031 |
| Non Families | $30,525 | $39,793 |
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