Doddridge County

As of the 2020 Census, Doddridge County, WV has a population of 7,808. The racial makeup is predominantly White (97.2%), followed by small percentages of other races. The median household income is around $48,036. Approximately 17.3% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county spans 320 square miles and has a population density of about 24 people per square mile. Doddridge County has a median age of 44.6 years. The education level includes 82.4% high school graduates and 13.2% with a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of recent data, Doddridge County, WV, has a median home value of around $113,000. The median rent is approximately $637 per month. The homeownership rate stands at roughly 78.7%, with about 2,000 households in the county. The average household size is about 2.5 persons. The housing market has seen modest appreciation, with a year-over-year increase of around 3-5% in home values.

As of the most recent elections, Doddridge County, WV, has active participation in both local and national elections.

In the 2020 General Election, voter turnout in Doddridge County was approximately 71.3% with about 4,700 ballots cast out of 6,592 registered voters. Key races included the Presidential Election, with Donald Trump receiving 81.7% (3,843 votes) and Joe Biden obtaining 17.5% (823 votes).

Local elections saw Republican dominance, with all county commission seats and other significant positions being won by GOP candidates. Incumbent commissioners Ronald Travis and Greg Robinson secured re-election with strong majorities. In the Board of Education race, non-partisan candidates included Donald Butcher and Chad Evans, both winning their respective seats.

For detailed and up-to-date electoral information, including candidate lists and statistics, visiting the Doddridge County Clerk’s official website is recommended.

Doddridge County, WV, demonstrates education statistics that differ from national and state averages. According to recent data, about 80.2% of adults in Doddridge County have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of around 88.0% and the West Virginia state average of 85.2%. In terms of higher education, approximately 12.5% of Doddridge County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 21.1%. These figures suggest that Doddridge County lags behind both national and state levels in educational attainment.

As of the most recent data, Doddridge County, WV, has a labor force of approximately 4,500 individuals. The unemployment rate stands at around 5.2%, slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% and the West Virginia state average of 4.7%.

Key industries in Doddridge County include:

1. Natural Resources and Mining: Dominated by oil and gas extraction, this industry is significantly more prominent in Doddridge County compared to national and state averages, reflecting the area’s rich natural resources.
2. Construction: With a focus on infrastructure and energy sector projects, higher than the national average due to ongoing local development efforts.
3. Education and Health Services: This combined sector sees considerable employment but is below the national average as the county is smaller and more rural.
4. Manufacturing and Retail: Less dominant compared to national and state figures, reflecting the county’s less industrialized nature.

These industries shape Doddridge County’s employment landscape, highlighting the county’s reliance on natural resources and construction.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Doddridge County, WV is approximately $46,000. This figure is significantly below the national average household income, which is around $68,700, and also lower than the West Virginia state average of roughly $51,600.

These figures highlight the economic disparity between Doddridge County and the broader state and national averages.

Doddridge County, WV, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. As of recent data, the overall crime rate in Doddridge County is approximately 13.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure includes various types of crimes, both violent and property-related.

Crime Statistics Table

These numbers provide an overview of crime in the county, indicating that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes.