Wood County's 2026 population is estimated at 82,377, reflecting a -0.23% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wood County is the 5th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 86,976 and has grown -5.29% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.9 years
Female: 45.1 years
Male: 42.4 years
There are 66,027 adults, (18,026 of whom are seniors) in Wood County.
Female: 42,512 (51%)
Male: 40,895 (49%)
The racial composition of Wood County includes 94.32% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 78,671 | 94.32% |
| Two or more races | 2,938 | 3.52% |
| Black or African American | 978 | 1.17% |
| Asian | 365 | 0.44% |
| Other race | 281 | 0.34% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 89 | 0.11% |
| Native American | 85 | 0.1% |
Wood County 's average per capita income is $44,259. Household income levels show a median of $57,810. The poverty rate stands at 14.75%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,067 | $112,949 |
| Families | $77,660 | $98,279 |
| Households | $57,810 | $79,213 |
| Non Families | $32,421 | $44,601 |
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