24740 Zip Code Map | Maps, Demographics and Population for Princeton, WV
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24740 is a 5-digit zip code located in Princeton, West Virginia. Princeton is the primary city for 24740 and is located in Mercer. In the most recent US census the population of 24740 was 16238.
There are a total of 8,067 housing units in 24740, West Virginia. A total of 15.90% (1,283) are currently vacant.
| Heading | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Timezone | GMT-5 |
| City Name | Princeton |
| Housing Units | 8,067 |
| Median Home Value | $127,600 |
| Universities | 2 |
| Law Enforcement | 3 Locations |
| Hospitals | 1 |
| Heading | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Current Population | 16,238* |
| Avg Income | $41,911 |
| Occupied Houses | 6,971 |
| Vacant Houses | 1,283 |
| * Population taken from the last census in 2020. |
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Population Figures for 24740
Total Population by Age
24740 has a total population of 16,238. In the bar chart and table below, this population is split into 18 different age range segments.
Most inhabitants of 24740 are in the 5 to 9 years age bracket. As of the last census, there are 1,322 people in this segment.
The 80 to 84 years segment is the smallest age range in 24740. There are just 187 people in this category.
| Age Range | Population |
|---|---|
| Under 5 | 1,104 |
| 5 to 9 | 1,322 |
| 10 to 14 | 579 |
| 15 to 19 | 857 |
| 20 to 24 | 877 |
| 25 to 29 | 1,304 |
| 30 to 34 | 1,157 |
| 35 to 39 | 979 |
| 40 to 44 | 1,069 |
| Age Range | Population |
|---|---|
| 45 to 49 | 911 |
| 50 to 54 | 816 |
| 55 to 59 | 722 |
| 60 to 64 | 871 |
| 65 to 69 | 1,285 |
| 70 to 74 | 1,217 |
| 75 to 79 | 617 |
| 80 to 84 | 187 |
| Over 85 | 636 |
Race and Gender Population of 24740
Women make up the highest portion of people in 24740. There are 8,179 men and 8,331 women in this 5-digit zip code.
There are no people who identify as: Native Hawaiian, Some other race in this 24740 zip code.
Most people in this zip code are White, with a total of 15,033 people in this category.
The chart and table below shows the population of people and which race they belong to in 24740
| Gender | Population |
|---|---|
| Male | 8,179 |
| Female | 8,331 |
| Race | Population |
|---|---|
| White | 15,033 |
| Black | 620 |
| American Indian | 27 |
| Asian | 99 |
Real Estate Figures
| Median Rent | Median House Value | Median Rooms in House | Most Common Heating Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| $351 | $127,600 | 5.4 rooms | Electricity |
Housing Types in 24740 Zip Code
Below are two charts showing the amount of occupied vs vacant homes and the amount of renter vs owner occupied houses in the 24740 zip code.
The 24740 zip code area has a homeowner vacancy rate of 22.66% and a rental vacancy rate of 33.1%. This means there are a total of 1,283 vacant housing units throughout the zip code area. Conversely there are 6,971 housing units that are currently occupied.
| Occupied Units | Vacant Units | Owner Vacancy Rate | Rental Vacancy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6,971 | 1,283 | 22.66% | 33.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | Renter-Occupied |
|---|---|
| 4,378 | 2,593 |
Property Value in 24740
Most homes in 24740 are valued $100,000 to $149,999, with 907,030 houses in this category.
There are just 30 houses valued at $100,000 to $149,999. As you can see in the chart and table below, this is the smallest segment in this zip code.
The affordability ratio for the 24740 zip code in West Virginia is 1.9. This is calculated by dividing the median housing value by the median income and is used to show how affordable a zip code is.
An affordability ratio of 1.9 is generally considered Low (Affordable).
| House Value | Units |
|---|---|
| Less than $50,000 | 807,040 |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 706,060 |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 907,030 |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 902,020 |
| $200,000 to $299,999 | 603,090 |
| House Value | Units |
|---|---|
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 106,030 |
| $500,000 to $999,999 | 3,080 |
| $1,000,000 or more | 30 |
| Median House Value | $127,600 |
Heating Types for Homes in 24740
There are 7 different heating types used by people in the 24740 zip code area. As you can see from the table and chart below; Utility gas, Bottled, tank, or LP gas, Electricity, Fuel oil, kerosene, etc., Wood, Other fuel, No fuel used are the most commonly used heating types in this area.
Electricity is most commonly used to heat homes in 24740. As you can see below, there are 4,646 houses that use this method.
| Heating Type | Units |
|---|---|
| Utility gas | 1,961 |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas | 212 |
| Electricity | 4,646 |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc. | 31 |
| Coal or coke | 0 |
| Heating Type | Units |
|---|---|
| Wood | 78 |
| Solar energy | 0 |
| Other fuel | 8 |
| No fuel used | 35 |
Household Income Generated 12-months of 2022
The chart and tables below show the household income segments for households in the 24740. 3.5 of households are on the low end, earning less than $10,000 in 2022.
On the other end, 3.4 of households earned more than $200,000 in the same year. You will also see that the mean income of this zip code is around $65,630.
Most households in 24740 earn in the $15,000 to $24,999 range. 17% of households are in this segment.
| Income Range | Percent |
|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.5 |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.8 |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 17.6 |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 15.5 |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.8 |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14 |
| Income Range | Percent |
|---|---|
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.2 |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9.9 |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.3 |
| $200,000 or more | 3.4 |
| Mean income | $65,630 |
Bedrooms, Rooms and Units in Structures in 24740
Below are three pie charts and tables showing the amount of bedrooms, total rooms and structures in houses for this zip code.
Most houses in 24740 have 5 or more bedrooms, with a total of 874 houses.
In regards to rooms in general, people in this zip code have an average of 5.4 rooms in their house. Most houses actually have 5 rooms in their house. 2,348 homes fit into this category.
2,348 homes in 24740 are in the 1-unit, detached category, which is the most common in terms of structures for this area.
The largest homes tracked, which are 20 units or more, make up 153 of the houses in this zip code. On the other end, 6,997 houses make up the smallest homes, which are 1 unit, mobile homes or boats.
| Bedrooms | Units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom | 874 |
| 1 bedroom | 874 |
| 2 bedrooms | 874 |
| 3 bedrooms | 874 |
| 4 bedrooms | 874 |
| 5 or more bedrooms | 874 |
| Rooms | Units |
|---|---|
| 1 room | 97 |
| 2 rooms | 54 |
| 3 rooms | 500 |
| 4 rooms | 1,300 |
| 5 rooms | 2,348 |
| 6 rooms | 1,646 |
| 7 rooms | 1,046 |
| 8 rooms | 574 |
| 9 rooms or more | 689 |
| Median rooms | 5.4 |
| Units in Structure | Units |
|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached | 5344 |
| 1-unit, attached | 130 |
| 2 units | 130 |
| 3 or 4 units | 289 |
| 5 to 9 units | 294 |
| 10 to 19 units | 521 |
| 20 or more units | 153 |
| Mobile home | 199 |
| Boat, RV, van, etc. | 1324 |
Healthcare and Hospitals
Hospitals DatabaseIn West Virginia there are a total of 1 hospitals. In the table below you will see every hospital and medical facility in this state. You can download the data to see all the information we have on each hospital.
| Name | City | Zip Code | Beds | Trauma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEALTHSOUTH SOUTHERN HILLS REGIONAL REHAB | PRINCETON | 24740 | 60 | NOT AVAILABLE |
| PRINCETON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | PRINCETON | 24740 | 267 | IV |
Universities
Universities DatabaseIn West Virginia there are a total of 1 hospitals. In the table below you will see every hospital and medical facility in this state. You can download the data to see all the information we have on each hospital.
| Name | City | Zip Code |
|---|---|---|
| MERCER COUNTY TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER | PRINCETON | 24740 |
Crime and Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement Data| Name | City | Zip Code | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCER COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE | PRINCETON | 24740 | SHERIFF'S OFFICE |
| PRINCETON CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT | PRINCETON | 24740 | LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT |
| WEST VIRGINIA STATE POLICE TROOP 6 - PRINCETON DETACHMENT | PRINCETON | 24740 | PRIMARY STATE AGENCY |