ZIP Code 25901 in Oak Hill, WV

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Oak Hill, West Virginia
City Alias:Harvey, Redstar, Summerlee
County:Fayette County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:7:37:24 PM
Population:10,338 [See All]
Area Codes:304 / 681
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:37.9712, -81.1170
Land Area:38.753 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 25901 has 10,338 residents and 4,395 households (average 2.33 persons per household). The median age is 42.3 years, about the same as the state (42.9) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.3% male and 52.7% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.6%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (87.1%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (5.5%, lower than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:10,338Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:10,225Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:10,417Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:266.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$51,402Source: Census ACS
Households:4,395Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$112,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.33Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.22Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--11,07011,30311,33611,54611,88811,38111,32511,25911,57611,49810,72810,27210,225
Decennial Census11,920------------------10,338------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 42.3

Male Median Age: 40.4

Female Median Age: 44.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2993633622902552812902792733123143153443382791309668
Female275357352303261273299319340341338359376429320189175144
Total574720714593516554589598613653652674720767599319271212
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:9,00590.68%
Black:5665.70%
Hispanic:*2102.11%
Asian:440.44%
American Indian:440.44%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:610.61%
Total:9,930100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:4,88847.28%40.4 years
Females:5,45052.72%44.1 years
Total:10,338100%42.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:10,07798.55%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:800.78%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:360.35%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:320.67%
Total Population:10,225100%
Total Native Population:10,15799.33%
Total Foreign-born Population:680.67%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $51,402, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $19,081 (59.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,455. Family households earn a median of $74,884 versus $29,942 for nonfamily households (a difference of $44,942). By gender, male median income is $45,052 and female is $48,816, which is much higher than the state female median ($44,242), with a current gap of $3,764 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 54.8%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 8.7%, which is considerably above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (32.6%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$32,321$36,104$35,091$34,359$36,166$36,361$35,881$36,260$38,947$43,071$45,026$47,582$51,402
Median Family Income$50,253$50,070$48,591$46,195$50,133$50,959$51,263$53,446$55,915$56,031$59,535$69,099$74,884
Median NonFamily Income$16,117$17,582$19,519$20,959$20,682$21,453$21,637$20,829$22,755$28,036$28,513$27,995$29,942
Median Male Income$43,571$42,050$46,108$43,963$41,764$41,799$40,183$40,429$40,438$37,090$34,554$39,676$45,052
Median Female Income$25,363$25,669$25,291$28,026$28,289$32,940$31,782$34,706$31,404$35,554$41,936$46,943$48,816
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:4,14549.88%
Unemployed:3984.79%
Not In Labor Force:3,76745.33%
Total:8,310100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1,35332.64%
Service:88421.33%
Sales and Office:98423.74%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:52712.71%
Production, transportation, and material moving:3979.58%
Total Civilian Employed Population:4,145100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $112,200, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $34,700 (44.77%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $13,300. The median gross rent is $817, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $258 (46.15%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $152. Of occupied housing, owners make up 72.64% (43.09% with a mortgage, 56.91% free-and-clear) and renters 27.36% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.77%, which is markedly below the state rate (16.08%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$77,500$75,900$79,500$79,000$80,700$87,200$91,100$96,100$98,900$105,300$102,400$112,100$112,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:20117.63%
$500 to $999:51144.82%
$1,000 to $1,499:20317.81%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:22519.74%
Total:1,140100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$559$571$579$587$621$595$582$638$665$618$666$800$817
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,30431.30%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,72241.33%
Renter Occupied:1,14027.36%
Total Occupied Housing Units:4,166100%

Occupied Housing Units:4,16687.23%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):61012.77%
Total Housing Units:4,776100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:3,71577.78%
Multi-Family Units:4158.69%
Other Units:64613.53%
Total Housing Units:4,776100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 18.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 88.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 9.20%, which is on par with the state rate (6.20%). Public coverage is 56.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 12.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 6.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.90 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (45.57%). College enrollment is 15.64%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2112.87%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:6438.75%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,28544.69%
Some college, no degree:1,24516.94%
Associate's degree:6338.61%
Bachelor's degree:91712.48%
Graduate or professional degree:4165.66%
Total:7,350100%
High school or higher:6,49688.38%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,33318.14%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:5,22343.85%
Public Insurance:5,75848.35%
No Insurance:9297.80%
Total:11,910100%
Has Health Insurance:10,98192.20%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty19.1%17.5%16.1%19.4%14.2%16.4%17.1%17.4%16.7%17.0%15.5%14.1%12.8%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:874.38%
Kindergarten:22911.52%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):90645.57%
High school (grades 9-12):45522.89%
College or graduate school:31115.64%
Total:1,988100%
Early Childhood:31615.90%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,59079.98%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 25901 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 228 business establishments, employing about 2,506 people with an annual payroll of $102,330,000. USPS data shows 4,471 residential mailboxes and 289 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:4,471Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:289Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:5,257Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:3,946Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:162Source: USPS
# of Businesses:228Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$24,130,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$102,330,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,506Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 25901 is located in Fayette County, West Virginia, within the Beckley, WV Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 13220) and West Virginia's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 113,653 people, about 9.10% of whom live in ZIP Code 25901. It covers 38.753 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.379 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Beckley, WVSource: Census
CBSA Number:13220Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:113,653Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:38.753 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.379 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6275.56 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:5460028Source: Census
Place Name:Oak Hill city; West VirginiaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


25902 | | 25888

Schools in ZIP Code 25901


ZIP Code 25901 is in the Fayette County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 5 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Oak Hill Middle School 320 W. Oyler Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
District: Fayette County School District
Oak Hill High 350 West Oyler Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
District: Fayette County School District
Fayette Institute Of Technology 300 West Oyler Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
District: Fayette County School District
New River Intermediate 262 W. Oyler Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
District: Fayette County School District
New River Primary 308 W. Oyler Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
District: Fayette County School District
Practical Living Words Ministry Inc. 1880 Summerlee Rd
Oak Hill, WV 25901
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 25901


Fayette Institute Of Technology 300 West Oyler Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Type: Post Secondary
Appalachian Bible College 161 College Drive
Mount Hope, WV 25880-9557
Type: Post Secondary
Academy Of Careers And Technology 390 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
Type: Post Secondary
Valley College-Beckley 120 New River Town Center
Beckley, WV 25801
Type: Post Secondary
West Virginia University Institute Of Technology 512 South Kanawha Street
Beckley, WV 25801
Type: Post Secondary
New River Community And Technical College 280 University Drive
Beaver, WV 25813-8987
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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