ZIP codes
2
War, WV Demographics & ZIP Codes
War, West Virginia demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in McDowell County) — 2 ZIP codes — population 1,896 — median income $21,657 — avg. home value $33,500. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
1,896
Median household income (avg.)
$21,657
29% of U.S. median
Average home value
$33,500
10% of U.S. median
Average rent
$512
44% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
32.5
War demographics
War, West Virginia covers 2 ZIP codes primarily in McDowell County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 1,896.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 32.5 years.
Median household income in War
The average median household income across ZIP codes in War, West Virginia is about $21,657 — about 61% below the WV ZIP average ($56,091), and about 71% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 24894 is near the top at about $21,964, while 24892 is near the bottom at about $21,349.
Housing in War
For housing in War, West Virginia, the average median home value is about $33,500 and the average median rent is about $512.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 24892 (about 1,636 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in War
Sort by population, income, or home value. Click a column header to toggle ascending / descending.
| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24892 | War | McDowell County | WV | 1,636 | $21,349 | $37,600 |
| 24894 | War | McDowell County | WV | 260 | $21,964 | $29,400 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of War?
War, West Virginia has a combined ZIP-area population of about 1,896 across 2 ZIP codes (primarily McDowell County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in War?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in War, West Virginia is about $21,657, about 61% below the state ZIP average ($56,091), and about 71% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $33,500. Among ZIPs with data, 24894 is near the top ($21,964) and 24892 is near the bottom ($21,349).
How many ZIP codes are in War?
War, West Virginia includes 2 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for War?
This page lists ZIP codes in War, West Virginia with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.