Population 17,426 · Census ACS 2020–24
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Population and households in Morgan County
Household size in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 2.44 | 2.44 | 2.68 |
| 2010–14 | 2.35 | 2.45 | 2.73 |
| 2015–19 | 2.44 | 2.44 | 2.71 |
| 2020–24 | 2.36 | 2.43 | 2.65 |
| Change | −0.08 | −0.01 | −0.03 |
Households in Morgan County are small: just 2.36 people on average, compared with 2.65 nationally. That is typical of places where many people live alone or as couples, and fewer have children at home. Since 2006–10, household size has edged down from 2.44, mirroring the country.
Household size: the average number of people living in each occupied home. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B25010).
Median age in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 44.0 | 41.4 | 37.7 |
| 2010–14 | 45.8 | 42.2 | 38.6 |
| 2015–19 | 48.1 | 43.1 | 39.6 |
| 2020–24 | 49.3 | 43.2 | 40.1 |
| Change | +5.2 | +1.9 | +2.3 |
Morgan County skews older: half of its residents are older than 49.3, well above the national median of 40.1. That usually means more empty nesters and retirees, and fewer young families. Since 2006–10, the median age has climbed from 44.0, mirroring the country. Only two of West Virginia's 55 counties are older.
Median age: the age that splits residents into two equal halves. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B01002).
Single-parent households in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 7.7% | 9.7% | 12.3% |
| 2010–14 | 5.5% | 10.4% | 12.3% |
| 2015–19 | 7.8% | 10.6% | 11.6% |
| 2020–24 | 9.8% | 10.4% | 11.6% |
| Change | +2.1 pts | +0.6 pts | −0.6 pts |
Single parents head about one in ten households in Morgan County (9.8%), a little below the national share of 11.6%. West Virginia as a whole looks much the same. Since 2006–10, the single-parent share has risen 2.1 points, even as the national share fell.
Single-parent households: households where one adult with no spouse present lives with children under 18. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B11003).
Housing in Morgan County
Renters in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 28.8% | 25.4% | 33.3% |
| 2010–14 | 33.9% | 27.0% | 35.6% |
| 2015–19 | 16.7% | 26.8% | 36.0% |
| 2020–24 | 15.9% | 25.1% | 34.8% |
| Change | −12.9 pts | −0.3 pts | +1.5 pts |
Morgan County is largely a place of homeowners: only 15.9% of households rent, far below the national share of 34.8%. Owner-heavy areas like this tend to see less turnover. More than four in ten owners (43.6%) have paid off their mortgages, above the national share of 39.8%. The renter share is down 12.9 points from 2006–10, even as the national share rose.
Renters: occupied homes that are rented rather than owned. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B25003).
Vacant homes in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 24.5% | 15.1% | 11.4% |
| 2010–14 | 22.9% | 15.0% | 11.4% |
| 2015–19 | 24.4% | 16.8% | 11.1% |
| 2020–24 | 18.8% | 14.9% | 9.6% |
| Change | −5.7 pts | −0.1 pts | −1.8 pts |
Vacancy is high in Morgan County: 18.8% of homes are empty, far above the national rate of 9.6%. In resort and lake areas that usually means seasonal and vacation homes; elsewhere it can point to weak demand. Since 2006–10, vacancy has fallen 5.7 points, a much bigger shift than nationally.
Vacant homes: homes with no one living in them, including vacation homes and homes for sale or rent. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B25002).
Age of homes in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 1973 | 1970 | 1974 |
| 2010–14 | 1981 | 1973 | 1975 |
| 2015–19 | 1984 | 1974 | 1977 |
| 2020–24 | 1986 | 1976 | 1980 |
| Change | +14 | +6 | +6 |
The housing in Morgan County is younger than the country's: half of it was built after 1986, against 1980 nationally. The median year built has moved up from 1973 in 2006–10, a sign of steady new building. The newest homes are mostly in the west, the oldest in the north. Only five of West Virginia's 55 counties have newer homes.
Age of homes: the year that splits the housing stock into older and newer halves. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B25035).
Rent in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | $684 | $578 | $965 |
| 2010–14 | $716 | $657 | $1,040 |
| 2015–19 | $797 | $759 | $1,213 |
| 2020–24 | $876 | $905 | $1,571 |
| Change | +$192 | +$327 | +$606 |
Rent in Morgan County runs $876 a month at the median, utilities included, well below the U.S. median of $1,571. Rents are up $192 a month from 2006–10, a 28% rise, a slower climb than the nation's. The typical renter here spends 33.5% of household income on rent, well over the 30% mark often used to define affordable rent, so many renters here are stretched. The priciest rents are in the east; the most affordable are in the southwest.
Rent: monthly rent plus the utilities renters pay themselves. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B25064).
Education in Morgan County
Bachelor's degrees in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 12.7% | 18.4% | 28.4% |
| 2010–14 | 17.0% | 19.7% | 29.6% |
| 2015–19 | 17.1% | 21.4% | 32.1% |
| 2020–24 | 18.2% | 25.0% | 35.6% |
| Change | +5.4 pts | +6.6 pts | +7.2 pts |
College degrees are relatively uncommon in Morgan County: 18.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's or higher, well below the national share of 35.6%. Since 2006–10, the share with a degree has risen 5.4 points, in line with the national trend. College graduates are most concentrated in the center and least in the northeast.
Bachelor's degrees: adults 25 and older with a bachelor's degree or higher. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B15003).
High school graduates in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 84.3% | 82.5% | 84.9% |
| 2010–14 | 82.0% | 84.8% | 86.1% |
| 2015–19 | 86.0% | 87.2% | 87.7% |
| 2020–24 | 88.9% | 89.4% | 89.3% |
| Change | +4.7 pts | +6.9 pts | +4.3 pts |
High school completion in Morgan County is close to the national rate: 88.9% of adults have a diploma or equivalent, against 89.3%. Since 2006–10, the share with a diploma has risen 4.7 points, mirroring the country.
High school graduates: adults 25 and older with a high school diploma, GED or more. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B15003).
Jobs in Morgan County
| Period | Morgan County | West Virginia | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–10 | 12.3% | 7.2% | 8.1% |
| 2010–14 | 14.1% | 8.2% | 9.4% |
| 2015–19 | 7.1% | 6.7% | 5.6% |
| 2020–24 | 3.7% | 5.5% | 5.4% |
| Change | −8.7 pts | −1.6 pts | −2.7 pts |
Unemployment in Morgan County runs below the national rate: 3.7% of the labor force was out of work and looking, against 5.4% nationally. Few West Virginia counties have lower unemployment: only five of 55. Since 2006–10, unemployment has fallen 8.7 points, a much bigger shift than nationally.
Unemployment: people looking for work as a share of everyone working or looking. Source: BestNeighborhood calculations from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year block-group estimates (table B23025).
Morgan County compared with nearby counties
| County | Household size | Median age | Single parents | Renters | Vacant homes | Median year built | Median rent | Bachelor's degree | High school diploma | Unemployment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan County | 2.36 | 49.3 | 9.8% | 15.9% | 18.8% | 1986 | $876 | 18.2% | 88.9% | 3.7% |
| Berkeley County | 2.58 | 39.9 | 14.1% | 24.0% | 6.5% | 1994 | $1,304 | 25.5% | 90.7% | 4.7% |
| Washington County | 2.55 | 41.2 | 13.5% | 33.2% | 7.6% | 1976 | $1,207 | 24.3% | 88.6% | 4.4% |
| Allegany County | 2.28 | 42.9 | 11.2% | 29.3% | 15.9% | 1959 | $810 | 21.2% | 90.6% | 4.9% |
| Mineral County | 2.38 | 44.2 | 10.1% | 19.0% | 11.8% | 1978 | $817 | 23.4% | 94.1% | 6.0% |
| Frederick County | 2.78 | 39.9 | 10.2% | 23.0% | 5.4% | 1991 | $1,932 | 47.0% | 93.5% | 3.2% |
| Garrett County | 2.27 | 46.3 | 8.7% | 20.3% | 20.7% | 1980 | $827 | 24.9% | 90.1% | 4.8% |
| Carroll County | 2.71 | 42.3 | 8.1% | 15.7% | 4.8% | 1982 | $1,567 | 40.9% | 95.3% | 3.6% |
| Preston County | 2.42 | 44.5 | 7.8% | 18.5% | 12.9% | 1984 | $846 | 18.3% | 86.4% | 4.5% |
| Monongalia County | 2.37 | 35.4 | 8.1% | 42.1% | 12.7% | 1987 | $1,034 | 50.7% | 94.6% | 4.6% |
| Harford County | 2.65 | 41.7 | 9.6% | 20.3% | 4.6% | 1986 | $1,682 | 40.4% | 95.2% | 3.9% |
All figures 2020–24.
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About these numbers
Every figure on this page is a BestNeighborhood calculation from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS), built up from the Census block groups that make up Morgan County. Each ACS 5-year release pools five years of responses; this page shows the last 15 releases, 2006–10 through 2020–24. Neighboring releases share four of their five years, so they move gradually and small changes between them are within the survey's margin of error; in small places the lines can jump from one release to the next for the same reason. The maps show the same measures for each neighborhood, ranked against the whole country.
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