Grafton, West Virginia
Grafton: town in West Virginia
About
Grafton is a town located in the county of Taylor in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,164 and a population density of 525 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,968 inhabitants.
The town was created 170 years ago in 1855.
Quick Facts about Grafton
| Population | 4,968 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Taylor County |
| Postal code | 26354 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 9.84 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.3409,-80.0190 |
| Altitude | 1,024 feet / 312, 312 meters |
| Capital city | Grafton is capital of Taylor County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1856 (170 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:54:41 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 505 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.95% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Grafton is located at 39°20'27"N 80°1'8"W (39.3409200, -80.0189700).
Grafton map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Southwest wind 5 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Grafton decreased by 3.95% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860 | 891 | - | |
| 2000 | 5,489 | 83.77% | |
| 2010 | 5,164 | -6.29% | census |
| 2011 | 5,158 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,158 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,150 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,177 | 0.52% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,114 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,107 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,078 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,037 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,982 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,968 | -0.28% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Grafton
1Tygart Lake State Park
1240 Paul E Malone Rd, Grafton, WV 26354, United States View details
Phone: +13042656144 | Website available
2Mother's Day Shrine
11 E Main St, Grafton, WV 26354, United States View details
Phone: +13042651589 | Website available
3Tygart Lake Marina
Bath House Rd, Grafton, WV 26354, United States View details
Phone: +13042653974 | Website available
4Pruntytown State Farm Wildlife Management Area
Grafton, WV 26354, United States View details
Phone: +13045583550 | Website available
5Anna Jarvis Museum
3576 Webster Pike, Grafton, WV 26354, United States View details
Phone: +13042655549
Services and Civic Places in Grafton
1GRAFTON CITY BUILDING
1 W Main St, Grafton, WV 26354 View details
Phone: +13042651412 | Website available
People born in Grafton (13)
People born in Grafton, including photojournalist Frances Benjamin Johnston, baketball coach Clair Bee, Paul Shahan, .
More notable people
- George Preston Marshall (Founder and former owner of the Washington Redskins) he was born in 11/10/1896
- Bernard H. Hyman (American film producer) he was born in 20/08/1897
- Bill Stewart (American football coach) he was born in 11/06/1952
- William Jaco (American mathematician) he was born in 14/07/1940
- Steve Gerkin (American baseball player) he was born in 19/11/1912
- Martin McNulty Crane (American politician) he was born in 17/11/1855
- James W. Stansberry (United States general) he was born in 29/12/1927
- Larry Williams (American politician) he was born in 17/11/1943
- Amy Summers (American politician) she was born in 03/05/1963
- Terri Funk Sypolt she was born in 14/12/1953
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Grafton, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 237118 | Alderson Broaddus University | Philippi (WV) | 26416-2035 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Grafton, WV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| COV | Connellsville station | North Water Street and West Peach Street | RAIL |
| GTV | Grantsville, MD | 3000 Chestnut Ridge Road | BUS |
| FSB | Frostburg, MD | 101 Braddock Road | BUS |
| Code: C U M | Cumberland station | East Harrison and Queen City Street | RAIL |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Grafton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Grafton Post Office | Grafton (WV) | 26354 |
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- Grafton, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 2,151 people.
- Grafton, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire, United States with a population of 1,337 people.
- Grafton, Illinois town in Illinois, United States with a population of 691 people.
- Grafton, Vermont town in Vermont with a population of 674 people.
- Grafton, North Dakota human settlement in Walsh County, North Dakota, United States of America with a population of 260 people.
- Grafton, Iowa town in Iowa, United States with a population of 243 people.
- Grafton, Nebraska human settlement in Fillmore County, Nebraska, United States of America with a population of 113 people.
Other cities in Taylor County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Taylor County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Flemington | 306 | Town in West Virginia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Grafton distances to largest West Virginia cities