Moundsville, West Virginia
Moundsville: city in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States
About
Moundsville is a city located in the county of Marshall in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,318 and a population density of 1,071 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,117 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Moundsville
| Population | 8,117 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Marshall County |
| Postal code | 26041 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 8.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.9204,-80.7431 |
| Altitude | 696 feet / 212 meters |
| Capital city | Moundsville is capital of Marshall County |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 02:50:23 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 933 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -14.8% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 84℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Moundsville is located at 39°55'13"N 80°44'35"W (39.9203500, -80.7431400).
Moundsville map
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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 84. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Moundsville decreased by 14.8% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,318 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,926 | -4.39% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,917 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,879 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,737 | -1.63% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,774 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,575 | -2.32% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,463 | -1.32% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,342 | -1.45% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,252 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,117 | -1.66% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Moundsville
1West Virginia Penitentiary
818 Jefferson Ave, Moundsville, WV 26041, United States View details
Phone: +13048456200 | Website available
2Grand Vue Park
250 Trail Dr, Moundsville, WV 26041, United States View details
Phone: +13048459810 | Website available
3Grave Creek Mound Historical Site
801 Jefferson Ave, Moundsville, WV 26041, United States View details
Phone: +13048434128 | Website available
4ISKCON New Vrindaban
3759 McCreary's Ridge Rd, Moundsville, WV 26041, United States View details
Phone: +13048431600 | Website available
5Fostoria Glass Museum
511 Tomlinson Ave, Moundsville, WV 26041, United States View details
Phone: +13048459188 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Moundsville
1Moundsville City Building
820 6th St, Moundsville, WV 26041 View details
Website available
People born in Moundsville (14)
People born in Moundsville, including politician Arch A. Moore, actor, and using the name De Vol was an arranger and composer Frank De Vol, Novelist, short story writer Davis Grubb, .
More notable people
- Adrian Melott (American physicist) he was born in 07/01/1947
- Devala Gorrick (American soccer player) he was born in 08/07/1987
- Dick Daugherty (American football player) he was born in 31/03/1929
- Ed Pastilong (American football player, coach, and college athletics administrator) he was born in 01/01/1943
- Steven C. Wade (American video game designer) he was born in 29/10/1983
- W. H. McFadden (American mayor) he was born in 11/06/1869
- Ralph Tasker (American basketball coach) he was born in 15/07/1919
- Sonny Allen (American college basketball player and coach) he was born in 08/03/1936
- Bird Margaret Turner she was born in 18/04/1877
- Vick Knight (American songwriter) he was born in 05/08/1908
- Kristin Lewicki (American ice hockey player) she was born in 10/06/1995
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Moundsville, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 237145 | B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing | Glen Dale (WV) | 26038 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Moundsville, 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 |
| GNB | Greensburg | Harrison Ave. and Seton Hill Dr. | RAIL |
| ALC | Alliance | 820 East Main Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Moundsville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Moundsvill Post Office | Moundsville (WV) | 26041 |
Other cities in Marshall County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marshall County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| McMechen | 1,665 | City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Benwood | 1,257 | City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Cameron | 828 | City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States |
| Franklin | 638 | Town in West Virginia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Moundsville distances to largest West Virginia cities