Monroe County's estimated 2026 population is 12,466 with a growth rate of -0.2% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Monroe County is the 40th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 13,520 and has seen a growth of -7.8% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.2 years
Female: 46.7 years
Male: 45.6 years
There are 9,758 adults, (3,110 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 6,166 (49.8%)
Male: 6,220 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 94.38% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,690 | 94.38% |
| Two or more races | 403 | 3.25% |
| Black or African American | 180 | 1.45% |
| Other race | 113 | 0.91% |
Monroe County's average per capita income is $40,645. Household income levels show a median of $56,750. The poverty rate stands at 13.97%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $82,761 | - |
| Families | $71,952 | $82,515 |
| Households | $56,750 | $68,315 |
| Non Families | $28,227 | $37,933 |
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