The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Barbour county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 71.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 32.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 0.57%. The overall influence score for Barbour is 8.
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Barbour County is located in the north-central part of West Virginia and is part of the Potomac Highlands region. According to the 2019 U.S. Census, the population of Barbour County is 16,913. The median age is 44 years old and approximately 91.9% of the population identify as white, 4% African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% Native American, and 2.8% identify as two or more races.
Barbour County's poverty rate is estimated at 19%, well above the national average of 11%. This rate is highest among children under 18 years old at 30%. In addition, unemployment in Barbour County remains high at 7.5%, with many people relying on jobs in the service industry or health care for income.
The median household income for Barbour County is $39,615, which is below the state average of $44,097. Additionally, over 28% of households are paying more than 30% of their income for rent or mortgage payments, indicating a lack of affordable housing options for many families in Barbour County.
Overall, Barbour County's living conditions have been impacted by a lack of economic opportunity and high poverty rates among its residents.
USDA Rural Development programs are delivered through eleven offices in West Virginia. For more information, please contact the specific program area or the office nearest to you.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of West Virginia
State Office
1550 Earl Core Road, Suite 101
Morgantown, WV 26505
(304) 284-4860 | (855) 859-1834 fax