Roane County's 2026 population is estimated at 13,264, reflecting a -1.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Roane County is the 39th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 14,897 and has grown -10.96% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.9 years
Female: 48.1 years
Male: 46 years
There are 11,023 adults, (3,253 of whom are seniors) in Roane County.
Female: 6,933 (50.3%)
Male: 6,853 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Roane County includes 95.95% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,227 | 95.95% |
| Two or more races | 495 | 3.59% |
| Asian | 34 | 0.25% |
| Other race | 15 | 0.11% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.05% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 5 | 0.04% |
| Black or African American | 3 | 0.02% |
Roane County 's average per capita income is $41,104. Household income levels show a median of $45,778. The poverty rate stands at 19.06%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $62,861 | - |
| Families | $53,964 | $78,704 |
| Households | $45,778 | $62,771 |
| Non Families | $27,301 | $38,762 |
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