Zip Code 26181

WV · Population: 6,658

B+
78/100
76
B+
Safety
80
A
Affordability
79
B+
Quality of Life
79
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 26181

Zip code 26181 is located in West Virginia and is home to approximately 6,658 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 78/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $80,959 and home values around $193,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 32.8% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$80,959
Home Value
$193,200
Rent
$787/mo
Median Age
49
College Educated
32.8%
Unemployment
1.5%
Owner-Occupied
87.7%
Rent Burden
11.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety76B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life79B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy79B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall78B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).