Alderson, West Virginia
Quick Statistics
Alderson is a community in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, home to about 1,383 people spread across 0.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $19,338 a year, and a typical home is worth about $130,400. About 13.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 17 percent over the past decade.
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Among the West Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Alderson ranks number 119 of 429 in population, number 301 in median household income, number 125 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Alderson typically top out near 82°F in July, while January nights average about 20°F. The area sees roughly 30 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ronceverte, WV | 9.5 mi. | 1,419 |
| 2. | Fairlea, WV | 10.5 mi. | 1,312 |
| 3. | Union, WV | 11.1 mi. | 476 |
| 4. | Lewisburg, WV | 12.7 mi. | 3,835 |
| 5. | Hinton, WV | 13.6 mi. | 2,086 |
| 6. | Meadow Bridge, WV | 14.7 mi. | 504 |
| 7. | Rupert, WV | 16.4 mi. | 909 |
| 8. | Rainelle, WV | 17.9 mi. | 1,458 |
What is the population of Alderson, West Virginia?
Alderson has a population of about 1,383 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Alderson, West Virginia in?
Alderson is located in Greenbrier County, West Virginia.
What is the median home value in Alderson, West Virginia?
The median home value in Alderson is about $130,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Alderson, West Virginia?
The median personal income in Alderson is about $19,338 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Alderson, West Virginia?
Since 1950, 7 tornadoes have been recorded in Greenbrier County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Alderson, West Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 82 degrees and January lows about 20 degrees, with around 30 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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