War, West Virginia
War: city in West Virginia, United States
About
War is a city located in the county of McDowell in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 862 and a population density of 362 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 659 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about War
| Population | 659 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | McDowell County |
| Postal code | 24892 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 2.38 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.3012,-81.6909 |
| Altitude | 1,342 feet / 409 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:48:49 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 276 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -30.8% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
War is located at 37°18'4"N 81°41'27"W (37.3012200, -81.6909400).
War map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers between 8am and 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of War decreased by 30.8% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 862 | - | census |
| 2011 | 840 | -2.62% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 823 | -2.07% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 811 | -1.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 793 | -2.27% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 772 | -2.72% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 748 | -3.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 722 | -3.6% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 710 | -1.69% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 685 | -3.65% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 659 | -3.95% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to War, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 449922 | Appalachian College of Pharmacy | Oakwood (VA) | 24631 |
| 233648 | Southwest Virginia Community College | Cedar Bluff (VA) | 24609 |
| 432348 | Appalachian School of Law | Grundy (VA) | 24614-2825 |
| 231554 | Bluefield College | Bluefield (VA) | 24605 |
| 237215 | Bluefield State College | Bluefield (WV) | 24701-2198 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to War, WV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIN | Hinton | Front St. and Fifth Ave. | RAIL |
| PRC | Prince | Hwy 41 and County Road 25 | RAIL |
| THN | Thurmond | Hwy 25 & Hwy 2 | RAIL |
| MNG | Montgomery | Third Avenue and Washington Street | RAIL |
| ALD | Alderson | 1 C&O Plaza on Railroad Plaza | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to War.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| War Post Office | War (WV) | 24892 |
| Warriormin Post Office | Warriormine (WV) | 24894 |
| Berwind Post Office | Berwind (WV) | 24815 |
| Bartley Post Office | Bartley (WV) | 24813 |
| Cucumber Post Office | Cucumber (WV) | 24826 |
Other cities in McDowell County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McDowell County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Welch | 1,575 | City in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States |
| Gary | 759 | City in West Virginia, United States |
| Davy | 324 | United States, a town |
| Northfork | 322 | West Virginia |
| Iaeger | 232 | Town of the United States |
| Anawalt | 172 | Human settlement in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Kimball | 147 | Town in West Virginia, United States |