Doddridge County, West Virginia
Doddridge County: county in West Virginia, United States
About
Doddridge County is a county located in the U.S. state of West Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 8,202 and a population density of 10 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 8,368 inhabitants. Its county seat is West Union. The county was created 181 years ago in 1845.
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Doddridge County at a glance
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Quick Facts about Doddridge County
| Population | 8,368 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| Area | 830 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.2% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.8% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.2692,-80.7070 |
| Named for | Philip Doddridge |
| Altitude | 1,158 feet / 353 meters |
| Capital | West Union |
| Establishment | February 04, 1845 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 23:08:55 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 10 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.98% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Doddridge County is located at 39°16'9"N 80°42'25"W (39.2691700, -80.7069700). It has 6 neighbors: Tyler County, Gilmer County, Harrison County, Lewis County, Ritchie County and Wetzel County.
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The largest city of Doddridge County is West Union with a population of 787. . See all Doddridge County cities & populated places.
Doddridge County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Doddridge County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| West Union | 787 | Town in West Virginia, USA |
Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Doddridge County increased by 1.98% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,202 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,252 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,296 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,549 | 2.96% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,471 | -0.92% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,703 | 2.67% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,576 | -1.48% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,518 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,556 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,448 | -1.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,368 | -0.96% | estimation process |
People born in Doddridge County (1)
American politician (1874-1958) Matthew M. Neely was born in Doddridge County
West Virginia Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kanawha County | 176,253 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Berkeley County | 122,125 | County in West Virginia, United States of America |
| Monongalia County | 106,819 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Cabell County | 91,589 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Wood County | 82,938 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Raleigh County | 72,920 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Harrison County | 66,870 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Mercer County | 58,258 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Jefferson County | 57,486 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Putnam County | 56,428 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Marion County | 55,962 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Charleston | 45,879 | The capital of West Virginia. |
| Huntington | 44,934 | The second-most populous city in West Virginia. |
| Fayette County | 42,062 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Ohio County | 41,182 | County in West Virginia, United States |
| Wayne County | 39,054 | County in West Virginia, United States |