Summers County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,470, reflecting a -0.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Summers County is the 42nd largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 13,939 and has grown -17.71% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 50.6 years
Female: 48.9 years
Male: 52 years
There are 9,891 adults, (3,182 of whom are seniors) in Summers County.
Female: 6,179 (52.7%)
Male: 5,550 (47.3%)
The racial composition of Summers County includes 90.81% White, 6.12% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,651 | 90.81% |
| Black or African American | 718 | 6.12% |
| Two or more races | 266 | 2.27% |
| Other race | 67 | 0.57% |
| Native American | 27 | 0.23% |
Summers County 's average per capita income is $36,606. Household income levels show a median of $40,699. The poverty rate stands at 23.79%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $81,396 | - |
| Families | $65,938 | $76,081 |
| Households | $40,699 | $58,559 |
| Non Families | $27,725 | $37,657 |
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