Wheeling, West Virginia
Wheeling: city in West Virginia
About
Wheeling is a city located in the county of Ohio in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 28,486 and a population density of 687 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 26,283 inhabitants.
The city was created 257 years ago in 1768.
Quick Facts about Wheeling
| Population | 26,283 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Ohio County |
| Postal code | 26003 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 41.47 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.0640,-80.7209 |
| Altitude | 1,299 feet / 396, 209 meters |
| Capital city | Wheeling is capital of Ohio County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1769 (257 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 18:22:27 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 634 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.38% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 71℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Wheeling is located at 40°3'50"N 80°43'15"W (40.0639600, -80.7209100).
Wheeling map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Wheeling decreased by 8.38% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,486 | - | census |
| 2011 | 28,180 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 28,041 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 27,905 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 27,604 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 27,502 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 27,287 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 26,863 | -1.58% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 26,650 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 26,430 | -0.83% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 26,283 | -0.56% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Wheeling
1Heritage Port
Wheeling, WV 26003, United States View details
Website available
2Wheeling Park
1801 National Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003, United States View details
Phone: +18006246988 | Website available
3Oglebay Good Zoo
345 Zoo Cir, Wheeling, WV 26003, United States View details
Phone: +13042434100 | Website available
4Wheeling City Centre Market
2200 Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003, United States View details
Phone: +13042182525 | Website available
5Mount Wood Overlook
Mt Wood Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003, United States View details
Services and Civic Places in Wheeling
1Wheeling City Manager
1500 Chapline St # 302, Wheeling, WV 26003 View details
Phone: +13042343617 | Website available
2Wheeling City Clerk
1500 Chapline St # 303, Wheeling, WV 26003 View details
Phone: +13042346401 | Website available
People born in Wheeling (171)
People born in Wheeling, including politician Lewis Steenrod, actor and country music singer, born in 1961 John Corbett, 19th-century attorney and politician from New York George Taylor, .
More notable people
- Joyce DeWitt (American actress) she was born in 23/04/1949
- A. C. Schiffler (American politician (1889-1970)) he was born in 10/08/1889
- Chuck Howley (American football player) he was born in 28/06/1936
- Billy Cox (American musician) he was born in 18/10/1941
- George Herbig (American astronomer) he was born in 02/01/1920
- Dustin Nippert (American baseball player) he was born in 06/05/1981
- Isaac P. Walker (American politician (1815-1872)) he was born in 02/11/1815
- James H. Kindelberger (American businessman) he was born in 08/05/1895
- Bernard William Schmitt (Catholic bishop) he was born in 17/08/1928
- Bill Mazeroski (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 05/09/1936
- Joseph M. Devine (American politician (1861-1938)) he was born in 15/03/1861
- Walter L. Fisher (American politician (1862-1935)) he was born in 04/07/1862
- Andy Tonkovich (American basketball player) he was born in 01/11/1922
- Carl G. Bachmann (American politician (1890-1980)) he was born in 14/05/1890
- Chu Berry (American musician) he was born in 13/09/1908
- David McKinley (American politician) he was born in 28/03/1947
- John Seaton Robinson (American politician (1856-1903)) he was born in 04/05/1856
- Philip B. Crosty (Quality guru) he was born in 18/06/1926
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wheeling, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201982 | Scott College of Cosmetology | Wheeling (WV) | 26003 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Wheeling, WV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGH | Union Station | 1100 Liberty Avenue | RAIL |
| COV | Connellsville station | North Water Street and West Peach Street | RAIL |
| ALC | Alliance | 820 East Main Street | RAIL |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
| LAB | Latrobe station | 329 McKinley Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Wheeling.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wheeling Post Office | Wheeling (WV) | 26003 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Wheeling, Illinois city in West Virginia with a population of 38,958 people.
- Wheeling, Missouri City in Livingston County, Missouri, United States with a population of 263 people.
Other cities in Ohio County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ohio County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| West Liberty | 1,443 | Town in Ohio County, West Virginia |
| Triadelphia | 750 | City in Ohio County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Clearview | 481 | City in Ohio County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Valley Grove | 349 | City in Ohio County, West Virginia, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Wheeling distances to largest West Virginia cities