Masontown, West Virginia
Masontown: human settlement in Preston County, West Virginia, United States of America
About
Masontown is a city located in the county of Preston in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 546 and a population density of 758 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 537 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Masontown
| Population | 537 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Preston County |
| Postal code | 26542 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 0.72 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.5523,-79.7978 |
| Altitude | 1,801 feet / 549, 549 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:04:32 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 746 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.68% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 64℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Masontown is located at 39°33'8"N 79°47'52"W (39.5523100, -79.7978400).
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 64. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Masontown decreased by 1.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 546 | - | census |
| 2011 | 547 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 548 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 545 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 546 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 546 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 545 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 545 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 543 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 538 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 537 | -0.19% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Masontown
1Raven Rock
Powerline Trail, Masontown, WV 26542, United States View details
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Clay Furnace Trail, Masontown, WV 26542, United States View details
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Services and Civic Places in Masontown
1Masontown Town Hall
Midway Ave, Masontown, WV 26542 View details
Phone: +13048645555
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Masontown, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 237561 | Monongalia County Technical Education Center | Morgantown (WV) | 26501-6841 |
Nearby Transit Stations (9)
Rail and bus stations connected to Masontown, 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 |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
| Code: C U M | Cumberland station | East Harrison and Queen City Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Masontown.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Masontown Post Office | Masontown (WV) | 26542 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Masontown, Pennsylvania borough in Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 3,260 people.
Other cities in Preston County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Preston County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kingwood | 3,047 | City in Preston County, West Virginia, United States |
| Terra Alta | 1,504 | City in Preston County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Reedsville | 603 | Town in Preston County, West Virginia, United States |
| Rowlesburg | 567 | Town in West Virginia, United States |
| Newburg | 312 | Town in Preston County, West Virginia, United States |
| Tunnelton | 297 | Town in Preston County, West Virginia, United States |
| Albright | 277 | Town in Preston County, West Virginia, United States |
| Brandonville | 105 | Human settlement in Preston County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Bruceton Mills | 84 | Human settlement in Preston County, West Virginia, United States of America |