Mingo County Public RecordsWest Virginia

Mingo County, WV, has 17 public schools, including 2 high schools. As of 2024, about 71% of adults hold a high school diploma, while only around 8% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average school rating is 5/10 on GreatSchools. School safety measures have improved with recent investments in security. Mingo County Schools offer programs such as career and technical education, special education, and dual-credit courses aimed at increasing post-secondary enrollment. Adult education and GED programs are available through the Mingo Extended Learning Center.

Mingo County, WV, had an employment rate of about 39% in 2022, with a labor force participation rate well below the national average. Major industries include healthcare and social assistance (22%), retail trade (13%), and mining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction (12%). The most common occupations are office and administrative support (18%) and sales (10%). Roughly 76% of workers commute by car, with a mean travel time of 28 minutes. Most residents work within the county, though some commute to neighboring counties such as Logan and Pike County, KY.

Mingo County, WV, has a homeownership rate of around 74%, with rental occupancy at about 26%. The median home value is approximately $72,000, and typical monthly rent is near $650. Property values have remained relatively stable, with slight appreciation in recent years. Housing types primarily include single-family homes and some duplexes. Notable neighborhoods are Williamson and Gilbert. Property tax rates are low, averaging 0.57% of assessed value, making homeownership more affordable compared to national averages.

Mingo County, WV, has a crime rate higher than the national average, particularly in property crimes. According to recent FBI data, Mingo County reported approximately 35 violent crimes and 220 property crimes per 100,000 residents in 2022. The sheriff's office actively reports incidents and collaborates with state law enforcement. Although crime dropped slightly in the past year, concerns remain regarding drug-related offenses and theft. Safety initiatives, including community policing, have been implemented to address these issues and improve local residents' security.

As of 2022, Mingo County, WV, has a population of approximately 22,000. The median age is about 43 years. Around 49% of residents are male and 51% female. The county is predominantly White (about 97%), with small African American (1%) and Hispanic or Latino (1%) populations. Other racial groups make up less than 1%.

Mingo County, WV, had approximately 15,200 registered voters as of 2024, with about 65% Democrat, 30% Republican, and 5% Independent/Other. Elections include primaries, generals, and special ballots, with turnout in the 2020 general election at 59%. Polling locations, such as Mingo Central High School and Gilbert Elementary, serve 18 precincts. In recent results, Republicans won the county’s 2022 congressional and presidential races. Key local issues include economic development and opioid abuse. The county clerk supervises all election administration, following state and federal rules.