Parkersburg

Wood County, West Virginia

Population 83K |Median income $57,810 |1 hospital

Population

83,407

Wood County

Median Income

$57,810

-15% vs avg

Median Home Value

$158,500

-30% vs avg

Median Age

43.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

83K-4%

Median Income

$57,810+37%

Median Home Value

$158,500+49%

Poverty Rate

14.7%-9%

Unemployment

5.3%-46%

Economics

Median Rent

$822/mo

Poverty Rate

14.7% +4% vs avg

Unemployment 5.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 24.1%

Work From Home 9.9%

Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 94.3%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%

African American 1.2%

Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

45.3%

Obesity

43.5%

Short Sleep Duration

41.3%

Physical Inactivity

33.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.8%

Current Smoking

18.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

17.5%

Diabetes

16.6%

Binge Drinking

14.6%

Current Asthma

12%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 54.7%

Annual Checkup 82.2%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

Lack of Health Insurance

7.9%

Stroke

4.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CAMDEN CLARK MEDICAL CENTER

PARKERSBURG · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Parkersburg Area 6

Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and Southern West Virginia Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago

Bushfire Alerts

NSW RFS Reports Controlled Burn Off Near Mid Western Highway in Woodstock

NSW RFS · 1d ago

Bushfire Alerts

Controlled Burn-Off Reported at Blazley Rd in Woodstock, Cowra Council Area

NSW RFS · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Parkersburg, WV? ▼

Parkersburg, WV has a population of 83,407 people, located in Wood County, West Virginia.

What is the median household income in Parkersburg? ▼

The median household income in Parkersburg, WV is $57,810 per year. The poverty rate is 14.7%.

What is the median home value in Parkersburg? ▼

The median home value in Parkersburg, WV is $158,500. Median rent is $822/month.

What are the top health concerns in Parkersburg? ▼

The top health indicators in Parkersburg include High Blood Pressure (45.3%), Obesity (43.5%), Short Sleep Duration (41.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Parkersburg? ▼

Parkersburg has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Parkersburg? ▼

The median age in Parkersburg, WV is 43.9 years. 24.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Parkersburg, WV is located in Wood County, West Virginia. With a population of 83K and a median household income of $57,810, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Parkersburg area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Wood County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.