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Fairlea, West Virginia

Last updated: 2024 BLS data · Page refreshed:

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates
1,312
Population
$24,411
Median Income
56.6
Median Age

Demographics

Fairlea has a population of 1,312 with a median age of 56.6. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
92.7%
Asian
4.1%
Black
3.2%
Demographic Value
Total Population1,312
Median Age56.6
White92.7%
Black or African American3.2%
Asian4.1%
Fairlea, West Virginia — racial composition (Census ACS 2024)Donut chart of 3 segments totaling 100.White: 92.7%Asian: 4.1%Black: 3.2%1,312PopulationWhiteWhite92.7%AsianAsian4.1%BlackBlack3.2%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Fairlea is $24,411, which is 69.7% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $31,446. The poverty rate is 27.6%.

$24,411
Median Household Income
$31,446
Per Capita Income
27.6%
Poverty Rate

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Education

In Fairlea, 80.7% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 16.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1.5% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
80.7%
Bachelor's+
16.3%
Graduate+
1.5%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher80.7%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher16.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree1.5%

Housing

$957/mo
Median Rent
53.4%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Monthly Rent$957
Homeownership Rate53.4%
Vacancy Rate9.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fairlea, West Virginia?
The population of Fairlea, West Virginia is 1,312 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fairlea, West Virginia?
The median household income in Fairlea, West Virginia is $24,411. This is 69.7% below the national median of $80,610.
What percentage of people in Fairlea have a college degree?
In Fairlea, West Virginia, 16.3% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.7% have a high school diploma or higher.

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