Living in Wirt County, West Virginia

Wirt County is a county in West Virginia with a population of around 5,880, part of the Parkersburg-Marietta-Vienna, WV-OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Elizabeth.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $454/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $107K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 44°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away.

Demographics

Wirt County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.