Pocahontas County, WV
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Pocahontas County Overview
7,940
TOTAL POPULATION
4,133
MALE POPULATION
3,807
FEMALE POPULATION
108.56
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.11
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,736
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,893
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,680
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,798
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
41.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Pocahontas County
The most populous races in Pocahontas County are White / Caucasian (7,547 | 95.1%), Two or more Races (296 | 3.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (59 | 0.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 39 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 37 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 59 | 0.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,547 | 95.1% |
| Two or more Races | 296 | 3.7% |
| Some other Race | 21 | 0.3% |
| Total | 7,940 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Pocahontas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Pocahontas County are English (1,294 | 16.3%), American (1,271 | 16.0%), German (1,005 | 12.7%), Irish (911 | 11.5%), and European (796 | 10.0%), together accounting for 66.5% of all Pocahontas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,271 | 16.0% |
| Apache | 42 | 0.5% |
| Arab | 10 | 0.1% |
| British | 15 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 40 | 0.5% |
| Croatian | 44 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 28 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 6 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 9 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 258 | 3.3% |
| Eastern European | 13 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,294 | 16.3% |
| European | 796 | 10.0% |
| French | 144 | 1.8% |
| French Canadian | 20 | 0.3% |
| German | 1,005 | 12.7% |
| Greek | 7 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 19 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 911 | 11.5% |
| Italian | 233 | 2.9% |
| Korean | 28 | 0.4% |
| Lebanese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 36 | 0.4% |
| Northern European | 7 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 30 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 113 | 1.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 14 | 0.2% |
| Romanian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 53 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 462 | 5.8% |
| Scottish | 128 | 1.6% |
| Swedish | 20 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 26 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 11 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 42 | 0.5% | View All 38 Rows |
Immigrants in Pocahontas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pocahontas County came from Asia (39 | 0.5%), Philippines (28 | 0.4%), South Eastern Asia (28 | 0.4%), Europe (20 | 0.3%), and Eastern Europe (15 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.6% of all Pocahontas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 39 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 15 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 20 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 5 | 0.1% |
| India | 11 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 28 | 0.4% |
| Russia | 15 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 11 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 28 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 5 | 0.1% | View All 10 Rows |
Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
The most populous age groups in Pocahontas County are 60 to 64 Years (416 | 10.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (372 | 9.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 182 (4.4%) | 165 (4.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 189 (4.6%) | 145 (3.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 173 (4.2%) | 309 (8.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 250 (6.0%) | 215 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 208 (5.0%) | 110 (2.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 192 (4.6%) | 182 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 268 (6.5%) | 186 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 294 (7.1%) | 126 (3.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 169 (4.1%) | 265 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 237 (5.7%) | 189 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 248 (6.0%) | 233 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 291 (7.0%) | 232 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 416 (10.1%) | 372 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 294 (7.1%) | 348 (9.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 295 (7.1%) | 271 (7.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 177 (4.3%) | 173 (4.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 131 (3.2%) | 99 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 119 (2.9%) | 187 (4.9%) |
| Total | 4,133 (100.0%) | 3,807 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Pocahontas County
Median Family Size in Pocahontas County
The median family size in Pocahontas County is 3.35 persons per family, with single female/mother families (215 | 12.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.67 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (1,389 | 78.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.08 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,389 (78.3%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 169 (9.5%) | 3.88 |
| Single Female/Mother | 215 (12.1%) | 4.67 |
| Total Families | 1,773 (100.0%) | 3.35 |
Median Household Size in Pocahontas County
The median household size in Pocahontas County is 2.57 persons per household, with single female/mother households (215 | 7.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.21 persons per household. non-family households (1,178 | 39.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,389 (47.1%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 169 (5.7%) | 4.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 215 (7.3%) | 5.21 |
| Non-family | 1,178 (39.9%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 2,951 (100.0%) | 2.57 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pocahontas County
Out of a total of 2,951 households in Pocahontas County, 1,773 (60.1%) are family households, while 1,178 (39.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,115, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,066.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,066 (36.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,115 (37.8%) | 99 (3.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 344 (11.7%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 187 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 81 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 31 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 15 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,773 (60.1%) | 1,178 (39.9%) |
Female Fertility in Pocahontas County
Fertility by Age in Pocahontas County
Average fertility rate in Pocahontas County is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 167.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 96.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 80 (96.4%) | 167.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (3.6%) | 5.0 |
| Total | 83 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pocahontas County
83.1% of women with births (83) in Pocahontas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 13.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 69 (86.3%) | 11 (13.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 69 (83.1%) | 14 (16.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Pocahontas County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 28 (33.7%) | 42.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 51 (61.5%) | 169.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (4.8%) | 30.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 83 (100.0%) | 63.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pocahontas County
16.9% of women with births in Pocahontas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 14 (50.0%) | 14 (50.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 69 (83.1%) | 14 (16.9%) |
Income in Pocahontas County
Income Overview in Pocahontas County
Per Capita Income in Pocahontas County is $23,736, while median incomes of families and households are $60,893 and $41,680 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,940 | $23,736 |
| Median Family Income | 1,773 | $60,893 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,773 | $71,555 |
| Median Household Income | 2,951 | $41,680 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,951 | $58,395 |
| Income Deficit | 1,773 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,940 | 16.39% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,940 | 83.61¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,940 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Pocahontas County
Average Earnings in Pocahontas County are $25,559, $27,897 for men and $23,326 for women, a difference of 16.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,791 (57.2%) | $27,897 |
| Female | 1,340 (42.8%) | $23,326 |
| Total | 3,131 (100.0%) | $25,559 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pocahontas County
The most common earnings brackets in Pocahontas County are $2,499 or less for men (211 | 11.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (132 | 9.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 211 (11.8%) | 94 (7.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 41 (2.3%) | 37 (2.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 164 (9.2%) | 54 (4.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 103 (5.8%) | 32 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 34 (1.9%) | 56 (4.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 55 (3.1%) | 92 (6.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 50 (2.8%) | 115 (8.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 46 (2.6%) | 92 (6.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 64 (3.6%) | 61 (4.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 23 (1.3%) | 112 (8.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 176 (9.8%) | 132 (9.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 88 (4.9%) | 58 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 92 (5.1%) | 78 (5.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 68 (3.8%) | 132 (9.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 111 (6.2%) | 23 (1.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 44 (2.5%) | 40 (3.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 114 (6.4%) | 40 (3.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 119 (6.6%) | 53 (4.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 99 (5.5%) | 26 (1.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 89 (5.0%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| Total | 1,791 (100.0%) | 1,340 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas County
Average earnings in Pocahontas County are $34,335 for men and $24,609 for women, a difference of 28.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,264, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $8,839. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $40,197, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $8,839 | $2,499 |
| High School Diploma | $43,333 | $19,349 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $40,848 | $32,153 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,708 | $40,197 |
| Graduate Degree | $68,264 | $40,125 |
| Total | $34,335 | $24,609 |
Family Income in Pocahontas County
Family Income Brackets in Pocahontas County
According to the Pocahontas County family income data, there are 447 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 34 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 34 | 1.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 41 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 215 | 12.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 199 | 11.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 230 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 447 | 25.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 303 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 177 | 10.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 87 | 4.9% |
| $200,000+ | 43 | 2.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pocahontas County
4-person families (156 | 8.8%) account for the highest median family income in Pocahontas County with $78,939 per family, while 2-person families (1,186 | 66.9%) have the highest median income of $30,270 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,186 (66.9%) | $60,539 |
| 3-Person Families | 323 (18.2%) | $57,083 |
| 4-Person Families | 156 (8.8%) | $78,939 |
| 5-Person Families | 62 (3.5%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 40 (2.3%) | $25,208 |
| 7+ Person Families | 6 (0.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,773 (100.0%) | $60,893 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pocahontas County
The median family income in Pocahontas County is $60,893, with families comprising 3+ earners (80) having the highest median family income of $105,357, while families with no earners (441) have the lowest median family income of $37,159, accounting for 4.5% and 24.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 441 (24.9%) | $37,159 |
| 1 Earner | 740 (41.7%) | $47,434 |
| 2 Earners | 512 (28.9%) | $74,762 |
| 3+ Earners | 80 (4.5%) | $105,357 |
| Total | 1,773 (100.0%) | $60,893 |
Household Income in Pocahontas County
Household Income Brackets in Pocahontas County
With 596 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Pocahontas County, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 62 households (2.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 151 | 5.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 171 | 5.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 484 | 16.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 395 | 13.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 452 | 15.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 596 | 20.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 322 | 10.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 218 | 7.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 100 | 3.4% |
| $200,000+ | 62 | 2.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Pocahontas County
The median household income in Pocahontas County is $41,680, with the highest median household income of $58,309 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,087 households (36.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 34 households (1.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 34 (1.1%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 477 (16.2%) | $45,903 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,087 (36.8%) | $58,309 |
| 65+ Years | 1,353 (45.9%) | $37,247 |
| Total | 2,951 (100.0%) | $41,680 |
Poverty in Pocahontas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
With 18.4% poverty level for males and 22.3% for females among the residents of Pocahontas County, 18 to 24 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 118 males (42.9%) and 93 females (56.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 33 (18.1%) | 93 (56.4%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 24 (14.5%) | 93 (36.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 6 (6.2%) | 78 (50.6%) |
| 15 Years | 14 (19.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 23 (40.4%) | 18 (18.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 118 (42.9%) | 104 (48.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 25 (6.6%) | 68 (18.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 148 (39.9%) | 104 (26.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 71 (15.1%) | 44 (10.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 181 (25.8%) | 164 (27.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (7.8%) | 32 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (4.6%) | 35 (8.4%) |
| Total | 707 (18.4%) | 833 (22.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pocahontas County
According to the poverty statistics in Pocahontas County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 149 (81.9%) | 72 (43.6%) |
| 5 Years | 88 (100.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 141 (85.5%) | 165 (63.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 91 (93.8%) | 76 (49.3%) |
| 15 Years | 57 (80.3%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 34 (59.7%) | 82 (82.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 157 (57.1%) | 109 (51.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 352 (93.4%) | 300 (81.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 223 (60.1%) | 287 (73.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 398 (84.9%) | 368 (89.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 520 (74.2%) | 440 (72.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 530 (92.2%) | 581 (94.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 392 (95.4%) | 384 (91.6%) |
| Total | 3,132 (81.6%) | 2,904 (77.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pocahontas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pocahontas County show that 11.0% or 153 of the total 1,389 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 59.7%, comprising of 43 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 945 (90.1%) | 104 (9.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 256 (97.7%) | 6 (2.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 29 (40.3%) | 43 (59.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,236 (89.0%) | 153 (11.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pocahontas County
According to the poverty data in Pocahontas County, 26.6% or 45 single-father households and 21.9% or 47 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 45 households (40.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 45 (40.5%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (37.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (26.6%) | 47 (21.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pocahontas County
The poverty data for Pocahontas County shows that 153 of the married-couple family households (11.0%) and 92 of the single-parent households (24.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (59.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 104 (9.9%) | 48 (20.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 6 (2.3%) | 31 (22.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 43 (59.7%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 153 (11.0%) | 92 (24.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Pocahontas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Pocahontas County
Among the 2,486 employed individuals in Pocahontas County, private company employees (1,477 | 59.4%), state government employees (273 | 11.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (234 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,477 | 59.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 99 | 4.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 120 | 4.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 234 | 9.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 171 | 6.9% |
| State Government Employees | 273 | 11.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 103 | 4.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 9 | 0.4% |
| Total | 2,486 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Pocahontas County
According to the labor force statistics for Pocahontas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,694), 41.8% or 2,798 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.0% or 224 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 76.2% or 285 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.7% or 103 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 158 (41.4%) | 23 (14.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 224 (70.4%) | 27 (12.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 285 (76.2%) | 4 (1.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 226 (49.8%) | 29 (12.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 417 (48.8%) | 103 (24.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 467 (51.5%) | 15 (3.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 380 (72.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 279 (35.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 308 (25.5%) | 24 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,798 (41.8%) | 224 (8.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas County
According to labor force statistics for Pocahontas County, 52.7% of individuals (2,055) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,900) are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 152 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 72.2% or 328 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 32.0% or 91 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 284 (40.6%) | 224 (32.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 941 (49.4%) | 105 (5.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 501 (59.6%) | 13 (1.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 328 (72.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,055 (52.7%) | 289 (7.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Pocahontas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pocahontas County are Community & Social Service (207 | 8.1%), Management (174 | 6.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (137 | 5.3%), Education Instruction & Library (113 | 4.4%), and Health Technologists (71 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pocahontas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (81.6%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (68.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (89.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 95 (54.6%) | 79 (45.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 29 (52.7%) | 26 (47.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 27 (62.8%) | 16 (37.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 15 (68.2%) | 7 (31.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 62 (29.9%) | 145 (70.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 6 (14.0%) | 37 (86.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 25 (22.1%) | 88 (77.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 31 (81.6%) | 7 (18.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 15 (11.0%) | 122 (89.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 9 (12.7%) | 62 (87.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 228 (37.0%) | 388 (63.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,404 (54.6%) | 1,167 (45.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Pocahontas County are Food Preparation & Serving (264 | 10.3%), Healthcare Support (95 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (94 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (67 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (32 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Pocahontas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (53.4%), and Personal Care & Service (35.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 14 (14.7%) | 81 (85.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 123 (46.6%) | 141 (53.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 67 (71.3%) | 27 (28.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 43 (64.2%) | 24 (35.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 279 (50.5%) | 273 (49.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,404 (54.6%) | 1,167 (45.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pocahontas County are Office & Administration (362 | 14.1%), and Sales & Related (236 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 171 (72.5%) | 65 (27.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 20 (5.5%) | 342 (94.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 191 (31.9%) | 407 (68.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,404 (54.6%) | 1,167 (45.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pocahontas County are Construction & Extraction (153 | 5.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (129 | 5.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (33 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 27 (81.8%) | 6 (18.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 146 (95.4%) | 7 (4.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 119 (92.2%) | 10 (7.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 292 (92.7%) | 23 (7.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,404 (54.6%) | 1,167 (45.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pocahontas County are Material Moving (226 | 8.8%), Production (159 | 6.2%), and Transportation (105 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 123 (77.4%) | 36 (22.6%) |
| Transportation | 98 (93.3%) | 7 (6.7%) |
| Material Moving | 193 (85.4%) | 33 (14.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 414 (84.5%) | 76 (15.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,404 (54.6%) | 1,167 (45.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Pocahontas County
Employment Industries in Pocahontas County
The major employment industries in Pocahontas County include Health Care & Social Assistance (370 | 14.4%), Retail Trade (354 | 13.8%), Construction (260 | 10.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (256 | 10.0%), and Educational Services (180 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pocahontas County
The Pocahontas County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (88.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.1%), and Educational Services (60.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 82 (71.3%) | 33 (28.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 224 (86.2%) | 36 (13.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 94 (75.2%) | 31 (24.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 252 (71.2%) | 102 (28.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 55 (60.4%) | 36 (39.6%) |
| Utilities | 42 (87.5%) | 6 (12.5%) |
| Information | 23 (63.9%) | 13 (36.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 6 (11.8%) | 45 (88.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 63 (51.2%) | 60 (48.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 49 (59.8%) | 33 (40.2%) |
| Educational Services | 72 (40.0%) | 108 (60.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 44 (11.9%) | 326 (88.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 71 (42.0%) | 98 (58.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 137 (53.5%) | 119 (46.5%) |
| Public Administration | 75 (42.4%) | 102 (57.6%) |
| Total | 1,404 (54.6%) | 1,167 (45.4%) |
Education in Pocahontas County
School Enrollment in Pocahontas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,302 students in Pocahontas County are middle school (452 | 34.7%), high school (287 | 22.0%), and elementary school (212 | 16.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 55 | 4.2% |
| Kindergarten | 114 | 8.8% |
| Elementary School | 212 | 16.3% |
| Middle School | 452 | 34.7% |
| High School | 287 | 22.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 142 | 10.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 40 | 3.1% |
| Total | 1,302 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pocahontas County
Out of a total of 1,302 students who are enrolled in schools in Pocahontas County, 187 (14.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,115 (85.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 58 (71.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 38 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 244 (77.5%) | 71 (22.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 458 (95.0%) | 24 (5.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 207 (91.6%) | 19 (8.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 27 (79.4%) | 7 (20.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 23 (28.4%) | 58 (71.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 22 (73.3%) | 8 (26.7%) |
| Total | 1,115 (85.6%) | 187 (14.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pocahontas County
Education (236 | 25.2%), business (171 | 18.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (121 | 12.9%), science & technology (119 | 12.7%), and arts & humanities (47 | 5.0%) are the most common fields of study among 935 individuals in Pocahontas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 40 | 4.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 121 | 12.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 5 | 0.5% |
| Psychology | 46 | 4.9% |
| Social Sciences | 39 | 4.2% |
| Engineering | 23 | 2.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 1 | 0.1% |
| Science & Technology | 119 | 12.7% |
| Business | 171 | 18.3% |
| Education | 236 | 25.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 20 | 2.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 27 | 2.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 27 | 2.9% |
| Communications | 13 | 1.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 47 | 5.0% |
| Total | 935 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Pocahontas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pocahontas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pocahontas County are males with 2 vehicles (503, accounting for 36.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (454, making up 45.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 77 (5.6%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 215 (15.6%) | 246 (22.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 503 (36.5%) | 454 (41.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 295 (21.4%) | 246 (22.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 177 (12.8%) | 97 (8.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 112 (8.1%) | 44 (4.0%) |
| Total | 1,379 (100.0%) | 1,097 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Pocahontas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pocahontas County are 5 to 9 minutes (484 commuters, 20.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (380 commuters, 16.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (281 commuters, 12.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 199 | 8.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 484 | 20.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 281 | 12.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 380 | 16.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 160 | 6.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 66 | 2.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 273 | 11.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 40 | 1.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 90 | 3.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 278 | 12.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 26 | 1.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 45 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Pocahontas County
The most common commute times in Pocahontas County are 5 to 9 minutes (264 commuters, 20.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (220 commuters, 21.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 76 (5.9%) | 123 (11.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 264 (20.4%) | 220 (21.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 195 (15.1%) | 86 (8.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 162 (12.5%) | 218 (21.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 125 (9.7%) | 35 (3.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 9 (0.7%) | 57 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 161 (12.4%) | 112 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 25 (1.9%) | 15 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 67 (5.2%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 181 (14.0%) | 97 (9.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 15 (1.2%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 13 (1.0%) | 32 (3.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pocahontas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Pocahontas County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (242, 18.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (292, 28.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 35 (2.7%) | 55 (5.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 128 (9.9%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 155 (12.0%) | 48 (4.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 143 (11.1%) | 54 (5.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 182 (14.1%) | 80 (7.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 115 (8.9%) | 292 (28.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 242 (18.7%) | 99 (9.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 112 (8.7%) | 94 (9.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 30 (2.3%) | 86 (8.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 62 (4.8%) | 56 (5.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 9 (0.7%) | 36 (3.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 4 (0.3%) | 33 (3.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 65 (5.0%) | 16 (1.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 11 (0.9%) | 71 (6.9%) |
| Total | 1,293 (100.0%) | 1,029 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Pocahontas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Pocahontas County
Of the total 2,951 dwellings in Pocahontas County, owner-occupied units account for 2,490 (84.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 461 (15.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,490 | 84.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 461 | 15.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,951 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Pocahontas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,066 | 36.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,214 | 41.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 357 | 12.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 314 | 10.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,951 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pocahontas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 880 (82.6%) | 186 (17.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,080 (89.0%) | 134 (11.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 295 (82.6%) | 62 (17.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 235 (74.8%) | 79 (25.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,490 (84.4%) | 461 (15.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pocahontas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 231 (80.5%) | 56 (19.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,102 (86.3%) | 175 (13.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 680 (81.2%) | 157 (18.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 477 (86.7%) | 73 (13.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 255 | 8.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 256 | 8.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 398 | 13.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 689 | 23.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 728 | 24.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 392 | 13.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 233 | 7.9% |
| Total | 2,951 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Pocahontas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Pocahontas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,490 (84.4%) | $44,732 |
| Renter-Occupied | 461 (15.6%) | $29,732 |
| Average | 2,951 (100.0%) | $41,680 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pocahontas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 71 (2.9%) | 26 (5.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 45 (1.8%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 159 (6.4%) | 12 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 193 (7.7%) | 62 (13.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 158 (6.4%) | 72 (15.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 341 (13.7%) | 54 (11.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 339 (13.6%) | 112 (24.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 540 (21.7%) | 55 (11.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 309 (12.4%) | 12 (2.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 208 (8.4%) | 10 (2.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 127 (5.1%) | 37 (8.0%) |
| Total | 2,490 (100.0%) | 461 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pocahontas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 699 (28.1%) | 24 (5.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 568 (22.8%) | 18 (3.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 355 (14.3%) | 144 (31.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 235 (9.4%) | 23 (5.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 435 (17.5%) | 39 (8.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 171 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 15 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,490 (100.0%) | 461 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Pocahontas County
Housing Structures in Pocahontas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,397 | 81.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 29 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 29 | 1.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 18 | 0.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 15 | 0.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 26 | 0.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 437 | 14.8% |
| Total | 2,951 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pocahontas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,172 (90.6%) | 225 (9.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 3 (10.3%) | 26 (89.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 6 (20.7%) | 23 (79.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 309 (70.7%) | 128 (29.3%) |
| Total | 2,490 (84.4%) | 461 (15.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pocahontas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 59 (2.4%) | 34 (7.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 33 (1.3%) | 27 (5.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 703 (28.2%) | 219 (47.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,030 (41.4%) | 101 (21.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 665 (26.7%) | 80 (17.3%) |
| Total | 2,490 (100.0%) | 461 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pocahontas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 38 (1.5%) | 52 (11.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 674 (27.1%) | 54 (11.7%) |
| Electricity | 695 (27.9%) | 223 (48.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 179 (7.2%) | 45 (9.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 42 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 862 (34.6%) | 87 (18.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,490 (100.0%) | 461 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Pocahontas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 155 (6.2%) | 56 (12.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 802 (32.2%) | 195 (42.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 902 (36.2%) | 169 (36.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 631 (25.3%) | 41 (8.9%) |
| Total | 2,490 (100.0%) | 461 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Pocahontas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pocahontas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,440 | 1,050 |
| Median Property Value | $100,700 | $159,300 |
| Median Household Income | $36,971 | $91 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $307 | $15 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $341 | $6 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 334 (23.2%) | 92 (8.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 383 (26.6%) | 226 (21.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 624 (43.3%) | 594 (56.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 62 (4.3%) | 105 (10.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 12 (0.8%) | 33 (3.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 25 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,440 (100.0%) | 1,050 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 61 (4.2%) | 78 (7.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 440 (30.6%) | 55 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 178 (12.4%) | 70 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 250 (17.4%) | 163 (15.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 219 (15.2%) | 89 (8.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 139 (9.7%) | 321 (30.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 117 (8.1%) | 170 (16.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 36 (2.5%) | 91 (8.7%) |
| Total | 1,440 (100.0%) | 1,050 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pocahontas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 629 (43.7%) | 61,569 (5,863.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 215 (14.9%) | 373 (35.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 147 (10.2%) | 188 (17.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 444 (30.8%) | 172 (16.4%) |
| Total | 1,440 (100.0%) | 1,050 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pocahontas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,156 (80.3%) | 26 (2.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 139 (9.7%) | 818 (77.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 44 (3.1%) | 179 (17.1%) |
| Total | 1,440 (100.0%) | 1,050 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Pocahontas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 472 (99.4%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,060 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 340 (87.9%) | 47 (12.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 660 (92.4%) | 54 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 606 (79.5%) | 156 (20.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 848 (96.3%) | 33 (3.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,186 (90.9%) | 119 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,188 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 830 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,190 (94.6%) | 412 (5.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pocahontas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 472 (99.4%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,060 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 340 (87.9%) | 47 (12.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pocahontas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,393 (97.6%) | 35 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,957 (92.4%) | 160 (7.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,335 (94.0%) | 86 (6.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,159 (98.9%) | 13 (1.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,326 (91.8%) | 118 (8.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 320 (67.4%) | 285 (60.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 720 (67.9%) | 481 (45.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 167 (43.1%) | 173 (44.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 330 (46.2%) | 359 (50.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 418 (54.9%) | 234 (30.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 483 (54.8%) | 523 (59.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 502 (38.5%) | 799 (61.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,136 (95.6%) | 760 (64.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 823 (99.2%) | 734 (88.4%) |
| Total | 4,899 (64.4%) | 4,348 (57.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pocahontas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (3.1%) | 36 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 52 (8.0%) | 58 (10.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 489 (31.7%) | 350 (24.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 220 (38.3%) | 133 (21.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 171 (41.6%) | 299 (71.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pocahontas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 89 (5.8%) | 105 (7.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 150 (26.1%) | 21 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 111 (27.0%) | 140 (33.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 80 (5.2%) | 103 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (7.3%) | 118 (28.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (3.1%) | 36 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 49 (7.5%) | 36 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 226 (14.7%) | 163 (11.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (12.9%) | 23 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 74 (18.0%) | 79 (18.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 27 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.5%) | 22 (3.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 297 (19.3%) | 279 (19.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 101 (17.6%) | 112 (18.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 132 (32.1%) | 233 (55.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 27 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.5%) | 22 (3.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 117 (7.6%) | 126 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (2.3%) | 15 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 93 (22.6%) | 90 (21.5%) |
Technology Access in Pocahontas County
Computing Device Access in Pocahontas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,754 | 59.4% |
| Smartphone | 1,493 | 50.6% |
| Tablet | 1,403 | 47.5% |
| No Computing Device | 708 | 24.0% |
| Total | 2,951 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Pocahontas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 25 | 0.9% |
| Broadband Home | 1,671 | 56.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 120 | 4.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 396 | 13.4% |
| No Internet | 804 | 27.3% |
| Total | 2,951 | 100.0% |
Pocahontas County Summary
Pocahontas County, West Virginia is located in the Appalachian Mountains of the eastern United States. It is bordered by Randolph County to the north, Webster County to the east, Greenbrier County to the south, and Pendleton County to the west. The county seat is Marlinton, and the largest city is Hillsboro. The county was created in 1821 from parts of Bath and Pendleton counties and named for the Native American princess Pocahontas.
Geography
Pocahontas County is located in the Appalachian Mountains of the eastern United States. It is bordered by Randolph County to the north, Webster County to the east, Greenbrier County to the south, and Pendleton County to the west. The county has a total area of 541 square miles, of which 539 square miles is land and 2.2 square miles is water. The highest point in the county is Bald Knob, which has an elevation of 4,843 feet. The county is home to the Monongahela National Forest, which covers over 900,000 acres.
The Greenbrier River runs through the county, and the Cheat River is also located in the county. The county is home to several state parks, including Watoga State Park, Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park, and Cranberry Glades Botanical Area.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 8,719 people, 3,717 households, and 2,521 families living in the county. The population density was 16.1 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. 1.3% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 16.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 13.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Pocahontas County is largely based on tourism and timber. The county is home to several ski resorts, including Snowshoe Mountain Resort, which is the largest ski resort in the Mid-Atlantic region. The county is also home to the Monongahela National Forest, which is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and fishing.
The timber industry is also an important part of the county's economy. The county is home to several sawmills and lumber companies, and the timber industry provides jobs for many of the county's residents.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service businesses. The county is home to several wineries, and the county is also home to several craft breweries.
Conclusion
Pocahontas County, West Virginia is a rural county located in the Appalachian Mountains of the eastern United States. The county is home to several ski resorts, the Monongahela National Forest, and several small businesses. The economy of the county is largely based on tourism and timber. The county has a population of 8,719, and the median income for a household is $30,945. The county is home to several state parks, and is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and fishing.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Pocahontas County?
Total Population of Pocahontas County is 7,940.
What is the Total Male Population of Pocahontas County?
Total Male Population of Pocahontas County is 4,133.
What is the Total Female Population of Pocahontas County?
Total Female Population of Pocahontas County is 3,807.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pocahontas County?
There are 108.56 Males per 100 Females in Pocahontas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pocahontas County?
There are 92.11 Females per 100 Males in Pocahontas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pocahontas County?
Median Population Age in Pocahontas County is 49.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pocahontas County
Average Family Size in Pocahontas County is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pocahontas County
Average Household Size in Pocahontas County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pocahontas County?
Per Capita income in Pocahontas County is $23,736.
What is the Median Family Income in Pocahontas County?
Median Family Income in Pocahontas County is $60,893.
What is the Median Household income in Pocahontas County?
Median Household Income in Pocahontas County is $41,680.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pocahontas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pocahontas County is 16.4%.
Women in Pocahontas County earn 83.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pocahontas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pocahontas County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pocahontas County?
There are 2,798 People in the Labor Forcein in Pocahontas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pocahontas County?
41.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Pocahontas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pocahontas County?
Unemployment Rate in Pocahontas County is 8.0%.