Braxton County's estimated 2026 population is 11,716 with a growth rate of -1.42% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Braxton County is the 41st largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 14,544 and has seen a growth of -19.44% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.6 years
Female: 47 years
Male: 46.2 years
There are 9,963 adults, (3,043 of whom are seniors) in Braxton County.
Female: 5,964 (48.9%)
Male: 6,244 (51.1%)
The racial composition of Braxton County includes 86.91% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,610 | 86.91% |
| Two or more races | 1,496 | 12.25% |
| Black or African American | 70 | 0.57% |
| Other race | 21 | 0.17% |
| Asian | 11 | 0.09% |
Braxton County's average per capita income is $39,394. Household income levels show a median of $50,331. The poverty rate stands at 20.42%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $59,982 | - |
| Families | $55,114 | $71,402 |
| Households | $50,331 | $62,284 |
| Non Families | $27,036 | $37,950 |
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