The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Pocahontas county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 67.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 28.6℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 72% and the area covered by water is 0.17%. The overall influence score for Pocahontas is 9.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Pocahontas, West Virginia with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Pocahontas County is located in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia and is home to a population of 8,719 people. The county is largely rural, with most residents living in small towns, villages, or rural hamlets. The median household income in the county was $26,917 in 2019, significantly lower than the national median household income of $61,937.
The majority of Pocahontas County's population is white, making up 96.1% of the total population. The remaining 3.9% of the population is made up of Black (1.4%), Native American (0.6%), Asian (0.3%), and Other (1.6%).
Pocahontas County has a high poverty rate; approximately 17.5% of the population lives below the poverty line compared to 11.8% nationally. The unemployment rate is also higher than the national average, at 7.2%.
Housing in Pocahontas County is generally older and more affordable than in other parts of West Virginia and the country as a whole. Most homes are single-family detached units, with a few multi-family dwellings spread throughout the county. Approximately 65% of housing units in Pocahontas County are owner-occupied, while 35% are renter-occupied.
Overall, Pocahontas County has a unique culture that blends traditional Appalachian values with modern lifestyles. Many residents live off the land and enjoy outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing while others work in local businesses or travel to nearby cities for employment opportunities.
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
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