ZIP Code 26443 in Troy, WV

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Troy, West Virginia
Counties:Gilmer County[Primary]
Doddridge County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:7:46:02 PM
Population:229 [See All]
Area Codes:304 / 681
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.0824, -80.7602
Land Area:20.891 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 26443 has 229 residents and 105 households (average 2.18 persons per household). The median age is 42.8 years, about the same as the state (42.9) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.5% male and 51.5% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.6%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (96.1%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.7%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:229Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:359Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:170Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:11.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$97,546Source: Census ACS
Households:105Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.18Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.14Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--197232162177247348324392349537442364359
Decennial Census258------------------229------
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: 42.8

Male Median Age: 48.2

Female Median Age: 39

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male556642691141043236430
Female012811477114621012113181
Total5171417891320151012141524195111
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:22097.78%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*41.78%
Asian:10.44%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:225100%
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:11148.47%48.2 years
Females:11851.53%39.0 years
Total:229100%42.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:359100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:359100%
Total Native Population:359100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
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 $97,546, which is markedly greater than the state median ($57,917), is up $78,307 (407.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,421. Family households earn a median of $88,950 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $88,950). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $29,491, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $29,491 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 71.0%, which is markedly above the state rate (53.6%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is much lower than the state rate (5.7%). The largest occupation group is Management (50.3%).

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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$19,239$48,333$48,810$43,750$58,000$54,625$0$0$78,125$75,862$78,836$86,250$97,546
Median Family Income$19,837$48,542$49,167$51,389$100,441$0$0$105,625$108,929$75,819$78,103$85,000$88,950
Median NonFamily Income$0$14,375$0$11,786$0$0$11,250$13,125$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$56,579$120,179$96,250$0$98,636$102,045$95,458$98,523$31,675$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$26,923$29,904$29,491
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:17170.95%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:7029.05%
Total:241100%
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:8650.29%
Service:3621.05%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:4325.15%
Production, transportation, and material moving:63.51%
Total Civilian Employed Population:171100%
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 $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($155,600), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $95,800. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($850), is down $603 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 100.00% (53.15% with a mortgage, 46.85% free-and-clear) and renters 0.00% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 33.93%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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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$0$77,500$78,100$78,900$83,300$85,500$87,800$92,800$95,800$0$57,500$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
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$603$606$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5953.15%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):5246.85%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:111100%

Occupied Housing Units:11166.07%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5733.93%
Total Housing Units:168100%
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:12373.21%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:4526.79%
Total Housing Units:168100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 18.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 95.00%, which is on par with the state rate (88.60%). The uninsured rate is 18.70%, which is on par with the state rate (6.20%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is on par with the state rate (11.90%), down 53.50 percentage points since 2011. 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 college (55.45%). College enrollment is 55.45%, which is on par with the state rate (25.10%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:95.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):10658.89%
Some college, no degree:3117.22%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:3418.89%
Graduate or professional degree:00.00%
Total:180100%
High school or higher:17195.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3418.89%
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:17440.94%
Public Insurance:18443.29%
No Insurance:6715.76%
Total:425100%
Has Health Insurance:35884.24%
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 Poverty53.5%31.9%0.0%15.4%13.2%9.4%13.5%11.1%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
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:2522.73%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):2421.82%
College or graduate school:6155.45%
Total:110100%
Early Childhood:2522.73%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2421.82%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


Business demographic information for ZIP Code 26443 is not available at this time. USPS data shows 78 residential mailboxes and 1 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:78Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:90Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:78Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 26443 is located in Gilmer County, West Virginia, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and West Virginia's 1st and 2nd Congressional Districts. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 26443. It covers 20.891 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.081 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:20.891 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.081 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01,02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6275.56, 8017.31 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


26444 | | 26440

Schools in ZIP Code 26443


We could not locate which school district 26443 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Gilmer County Elementary School 99 Fairground Road
Glenville, WV 26351
District: Gilmer County School DistrictNearby
Gilmer County High School 300 Pine Street
Glenville, WV 26351
District: Gilmer County School DistrictNearby
St Patrick School 224 Center Ave
Weston, WV 26452
District: Private SchoolNearby
The Highland School 98 Sycamore Springs Ln
Ellenboro, WV 26346
District: Private SchoolNearby
Normantown Christian Ltd. 3466 Rosedale Rd Ste B
Normantown, WV 25267
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 26443


Glenville State College 200 High Street
Glenville, WV 26351-1292
Type: Post Secondary
Salem University 223 W Main St
Salem, WV 26426
Type: Post Secondary
Clarksburg Beauty Academy And School Of Massage Therapy 120 S 3rd St
Clarksburg, WV 26301
Type: Post Secondary
United Technical Center 251 Marietta Street
Clarksburg, WV 26301-6313
Type: Post Secondary
Fred W Eberle Technical Center 208 Morton Ave
Buckhannon, WV 26201
Type: Post Secondary
West Virginia Junior College-Bridgeport 176 Thompson Dr.
Bridgeport, WV 26330
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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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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