Weirton, West Virginia
Weirton: city in West Virginia, United States
About
Weirton is a city located in the county of Hancock in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 19,746 and a population density of 396 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 18,068 inhabitants.
The city was created 79 years ago in 1946.
Quick Facts about Weirton
| Population | 18,068 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Postal code | 26062 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 49.91 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4190,-80.5895 |
| Altitude | 755 feet / 230 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1947 (79 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:29:28 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 362 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -9.29% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 72℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Weirton is located at 40°25'8"N 80°35'22"W (40.4189600, -80.5895200).
Weirton map
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Weather
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7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Weirton decreased by 9.29% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,746 | - | census |
| 2011 | 19,648 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 19,524 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 19,447 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 19,323 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 19,130 | -1.01% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 18,866 | -1.4% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 18,653 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 18,446 | -1.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 18,266 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 18,068 | -1.1% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Weirton
1Veterans Memorial Bridge
Weirton, WV 26062, United States View details
Where to Eat in Weirton
1Eat'n Park
226 Three Springs Dr, Weirton, WV 26062, United States View details
Phone: +13047235179 | Website available
2Tudor's Biscuit World
3620 Main St, Weirton, WV 26062, United States View details
Phone: +13047480658 | Website available
3Bob Evans
140 Park Dr, Weirton, WV 26062, United States View details
Phone: +13047232594 | Website available
4Long John Silver's
3940 Main St, Weirton, WV 26062, United States View details
Phone: +13047485560 | Website available
5Huddle House
4150 Freedom Way, Weirton, WV 26062, United States View details
Phone: +13049143282 | Website available
Where to Stay in Weirton
1Holiday Inn Weirton - Steubenville Area, an IHG Hotel
350 Three Springs Dr, Weirton, WV 26062, United States View details
Phone: +13047235522 | Website available
People born in Weirton (19)
People born in Weirton, including economist Jerry A. Hausman, Union Army soldier James J. Andrews, French actress Lee Delong, .
More notable people
- Ron Williams (American basketball player) he was born in 24/09/1944
- Dana Williams (American baseball player) he was born in 20/03/1963
- Gary Jeter (Player of American football (1955-2016)) he was born in 24/01/1955
- Jack Yost (American politician) he was born in 12/10/1945
- Joe DeLong (American politician) he was born in 14/12/1972
- Roxann Robinson (Virginia politician) she was born in 11/01/1956
- Karen Staley (American singer)
- Ronnie Jones (American politician) he was born in 09/11/1953
- Randy Swartzmiller (American politician) he was born in 14/05/1960
- Kevin Miller (American football player) he was born in 21/03/1955
- Carl Fodor (American football player) he was born in 06/11/1963
- Mary Louise Kolanko (baseball player (1932-2007)) she was born in 16/05/1932
- Jordan Lane (American movie actor) he was born in 30/06/1972
- Joanna Bernabei-McNamee (basketball player (1975-)) she was born in 01/01/1975
- John Stock (American-football player (1933-)) he was born in 07/03/1933
- Ron Williams (basketball player (1944-2004))
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Weirton, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205957 | Franciscan University of Steubenville | Steubenville (OH) | 43952-1763 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Weirton, WV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGH | Union Station | 1100 Liberty Avenue | RAIL |
| ALC | Alliance | 820 East Main Street | RAIL |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
| COV | Connellsville station | North Water Street and West Peach Street | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Weirton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cov Post Office | Weirton (WV) | 26062 |
Other cities in Hancock County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hancock County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Weirton Heights | 19,450 | City in Hancock County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Chester | 2,313 | City in West Virginia, USA |
| Newell | 1,376 | Human settlement in Hancock County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| New Cumberland | 994 | Human settlement in Hancock County, West Virginia, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Weirton distances to largest West Virginia cities