Gilmer County's estimated 2026 population is 7,053 with a growth rate of -0.45% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Gilmer County is the 51st largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 8,731 and has seen a growth of -19.22% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.5 years
Female: 41.6 years
Male: 41.5 years
There are 6,205 adults, (1,328 of whom are seniors) in Gilmer County.
Female: 2,985 (41%)
Male: 4,303 (59%)
The racial composition of Gilmer County includes 81.16% White, 13.83% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,915 | 81.16% |
| Black or African American | 1,008 | 13.83% |
| Two or more races | 246 | 3.38% |
| Other race | 94 | 1.29% |
| Asian | 16 | 0.22% |
| Native American | 9 | 0.12% |
Gilmer County's average per capita income is $40,161. Household income levels show a median of $47,981. The poverty rate stands at 18.99%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $67,813 | - |
| Families | $60,393 | $70,801 |
| Households | $47,981 | $59,427 |
| Non Families | $26,644 | $35,740 |
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