Tunnelton, WV

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Tunnelton Overview

350
TOTAL POPULATION
179
MALE POPULATION
171
FEMALE POPULATION
104.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,107
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,981
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,023
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,450
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
212
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Tunnelton Zip Codes

Tunnelton Area Codes

Race in Tunnelton

The most populous races in Tunnelton are White / Caucasian (329 | 94.0%), Two or more Races (17 | 4.9%), and Some other Race (4 | 1.1%).
Race in Tunnelton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian32994.0%
Two or more Races174.9%
Some other Race41.1%
Total350100.0%

Ancestry in Tunnelton

The most populous ancestries reported in Tunnelton are American (155 | 44.3%), German (33 | 9.4%), Scottish (21 | 6.0%), English (20 | 5.7%), and Irish (18 | 5.1%), together accounting for 70.6% of all Tunnelton residents.
Ancestry in Tunnelton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American15544.3%
English205.7%
European174.9%
German339.4%
Irish185.1%
Italian30.9%
Polish20.6%
Scottish216.0%
Slavic10.3%
Welsh10.3%
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Immigrants in Tunnelton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Tunnelton came from , and Canada (1 | 0.3%), together accounting for 0.3% of all Tunnelton residents.
Immigrants in Tunnelton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada10.3%
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Sex and Age in Tunnelton

Sex and Age in Tunnelton

The most populous age groups in Tunnelton are 55 to 59 Years (29 | 16.2%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (22 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)15 (8.8%)
10 to 14 Years9 (5.0%)9 (5.3%)
15 to 19 Years9 (5.0%)9 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Years23 (12.9%)5 (2.9%)
25 to 29 Years28 (15.6%)18 (10.5%)
30 to 34 Years2 (1.1%)10 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Years7 (3.9%)3 (1.8%)
40 to 44 Years2 (1.1%)15 (8.8%)
45 to 49 Years19 (10.6%)22 (12.9%)
50 to 54 Years11 (6.1%)19 (11.1%)
55 to 59 Years29 (16.2%)9 (5.3%)
60 to 64 Years10 (5.6%)12 (7.0%)
65 to 69 Years12 (6.7%)13 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years1 (0.6%)5 (2.9%)
75 to 79 Years2 (1.1%)5 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over4 (2.2%)2 (1.2%)
Total179 (100.0%)171 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Tunnelton

Median Family Size in Tunnelton

The median family size in Tunnelton is 2.74 persons per family, with single female/mother families (6 | 5.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.67 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4 | 3.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.50 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Tunnelton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple93 (90.3%)2.73
Single Male/Father4 (3.9%)1.50
Single Female/Mother6 (5.8%)3.67
Total Families103 (100.0%)2.74

Median Household Size in Tunnelton

The median household size in Tunnelton is 2.38 persons per household, with single female/mother households (6 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.33 persons per household. non-family households (44 | 29.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Tunnelton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple93 (63.3%)2.76
Single Male/Father4 (2.7%)2.25
Single Female/Mother6 (4.1%)4.33
Non-family44 (29.9%)1.32
Total Households147 (100.0%)2.38

Household Size by Marriage Status in Tunnelton

Out of a total of 147 households in Tunnelton, 103 (70.1%) are family households, while 44 (29.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 55, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 30.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Tunnelton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-30 (20.4%)
2-Person Households55 (37.4%)14 (9.5%)
3-Person Households19 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households22 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households4 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total103 (70.1%)44 (29.9%)

Female Fertility in Tunnelton

Fertility by Age in Tunnelton

Average fertility rate in Tunnelton is 96.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 444.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 50.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years4 (50.0%)444.0
20 to 34 years4 (50.0%)121.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)96.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Tunnelton

50.0% of women with births (8) in Tunnelton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Tunnelton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)

Fertility by Education in Tunnelton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Tunnelton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma4 (50.0%)67.0
College or Associate's Degree4 (50.0%)364.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)96.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Tunnelton

50.0% of women with births in Tunnelton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Tunnelton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)

Income in Tunnelton

Income Overview in Tunnelton

Per Capita Income in Tunnelton is $24,107, while median incomes of families and households are $67,981 and $56,023 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income350$24,107
Median Family Income103$67,981
Mean Family Income103$75,210
Median Household Income147$56,023
Mean Household Income147$62,924
Income Deficit103$6,450
Wage / Income Gap (%)35018.75%
Wage / Income Gap ($)35081.25¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3500.38

Earnings by Sex in Tunnelton

Average Earnings in Tunnelton are $32,065, $36,705 for men and $29,821 for women, a difference of 18.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Tunnelton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male119 (59.5%)$36,705
Female81 (40.5%)$29,821
Total200 (100.0%)$32,065

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Tunnelton

The most common earnings brackets in Tunnelton are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (29 | 24.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (16 | 19.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Tunnelton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)5 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9995 (4.2%)5 (6.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4996 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)8 (9.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)4 (4.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99917 (14.3%)5 (6.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4992 (1.7%)6 (7.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9998 (6.7%)1 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (1.7%)7 (8.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99912 (10.1%)16 (19.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99915 (12.6%)14 (17.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99929 (24.4%)3 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (2.5%)2 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9999 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9994 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)2 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (4.2%)3 (3.7%)
$100,000+2 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total119 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Tunnelton

Average earnings in Tunnelton are $38,750 for men and $30,089 for women, a difference of 22.4%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,563, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $31,563. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,500, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $16,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Tunnelton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$41,563$30,625
College or Associate's Degree$31,563$16,250
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$38,750$30,089

Family Income in Tunnelton

Family Income Brackets in Tunnelton

According to the Tunnelton family income data, there are 36 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.9% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Tunnelton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00032.9%
$10,000 to $14,99954.9%
$15,000 to $24,99954.9%
$25,000 to $34,99943.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991817.5%
$50,000 to $74,9993635.0%
$75,000 to $99,99932.9%
$100,000 to $149,9992524.3%
$150,000 to $199,99921.9%
$200,000+21.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Tunnelton

4-person families (22 | 21.4%) account for the highest median family income in Tunnelton with $67,955 per family, while 3-person families (10 | 9.7%) have the highest median income of $19,583 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Tunnelton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families64 (62.1%)$0
3-Person Families10 (9.7%)$58,750
4-Person Families22 (21.4%)$67,955
5-Person Families4 (3.9%)$0
6-Person Families1 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families2 (1.9%)$0
Total103 (100.0%)$67,981

Family Income by Number of Earners in Tunnelton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Tunnelton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7 (6.8%)$0
1 Earner29 (28.2%)$39,688
2 Earners63 (61.2%)$70,313
3+ Earners4 (3.9%)$0
Total103 (100.0%)$67,981

Household Income in Tunnelton

Household Income Brackets in Tunnelton

With 41 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Tunnelton, accounting for 27.9% of all households. In contrast, only 2 households (1.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Tunnelton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00064.1%
$10,000 to $14,999106.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991711.6%
$25,000 to $34,99953.4%
$35,000 to $49,9993121.1%
$50,000 to $74,9994127.9%
$75,000 to $99,99985.4%
$100,000 to $149,9992517.0%
$150,000 to $199,99921.4%
$200,000+21.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Tunnelton

The median household income in Tunnelton is $56,023, with the highest median household income of $72,750 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 81 households (55.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 4 households (2.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Tunnelton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years4 (2.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years32 (21.8%)$57,083
45 to 64 Years81 (55.1%)$72,750
65+ Years30 (20.4%)$0
Total147 (100.0%)$56,023

Poverty in Tunnelton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Tunnelton

With 20.1% poverty level for males and 29.8% for females among the residents of Tunnelton, 35 to 44 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (77.8%) and 7 females (77.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)3 (15.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)2 (40.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years9 (28.1%)7 (77.8%)
25 to 34 Years3 (10.0%)7 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years7 (77.8%)2 (11.1%)
45 to 54 Years4 (13.3%)11 (26.8%)
55 to 64 Years8 (20.5%)5 (23.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (55.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)
Total36 (20.1%)51 (29.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Tunnelton

According to the poverty statistics in Tunnelton, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (100.0%)16 (84.2%)
12 to 14 Years5 (100.0%)3 (60.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years23 (71.9%)2 (22.2%)
25 to 34 Years27 (90.0%)21 (75.0%)
35 to 44 Years2 (22.2%)16 (88.9%)
45 to 54 Years26 (86.7%)30 (73.2%)
55 to 64 Years31 (79.5%)16 (76.2%)
65 to 74 Years13 (100.0%)8 (44.4%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)3 (42.9%)
Total143 (79.9%)120 (70.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Tunnelton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Tunnelton show that 17.2% or 16 of the total 93 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 75.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.1%, which includes 2 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Tunnelton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children50 (82.0%)11 (18.0%)
1 or 2 Children26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)
3 or 4 Children1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total77 (82.8%)16 (17.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Tunnelton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Tunnelton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Tunnelton

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Tunnelton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children3 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Tunnelton

Employment by Class of Employer in Tunnelton

Among the 191 employed individuals in Tunnelton, private company employees (164 | 85.9%), self-employed (not incorporated) (13 | 6.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (6 | 3.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Tunnelton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees16485.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)10.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)136.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations63.1%
Local Government Employees52.6%
State Government Employees21.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total191100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Tunnelton

According to the labor force statistics for Tunnelton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (302), 70.2% or 212 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.0% or 19 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 94.7% or 36 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years8 (61.5%)4 (50.0%)
20 to 24 Years25 (89.3%)8 (32.0%)
25 to 29 Years42 (91.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years7 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (74.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years54 (76.1%)5 (9.3%)
55 to 59 Years36 (94.7%)2 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years13 (59.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total212 (70.2%)19 (9.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Tunnelton

According to labor force statistics for Tunnelton, 79.6% of individuals (172) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (216) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 7 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 100.0% or 8 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.3% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Tunnelton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School10 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma132 (84.6%)8 (5.3%)
College / Associate Degree22 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total172 (79.6%)9 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Tunnelton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tunnelton are Health Diagnosing & Treating (21 | 10.9%), Health Technologists (9 | 4.7%), Community & Social Service (5 | 2.6%), Management (3 | 1.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (3 | 1.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Tunnelton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tunnelton, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Tunnelton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating9 (42.9%)12 (57.1%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Category)17 (53.1%)15 (46.9%)
Total (Overall)113 (58.6%)80 (41.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Tunnelton are Healthcare Support (21 | 10.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (16 | 8.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (14 | 7.2%).
Services Occupations in Tunnelton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Tunnelton, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (25.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (7.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (92.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (75.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Tunnelton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1 (7.1%)13 (92.9%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)5 (9.8%)46 (90.2%)
Total (Overall)113 (58.6%)80 (41.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Tunnelton are Sales & Related (26 | 13.5%), and Office & Administration (17 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Tunnelton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Tunnelton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related9 (34.6%)17 (65.4%)
Office & Administration15 (88.2%)2 (11.8%)
Total (Category)24 (55.8%)19 (44.2%)
Total (Overall)113 (58.6%)80 (41.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Tunnelton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 8.3%), Construction & Extraction (7 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Tunnelton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Tunnelton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)113 (58.6%)80 (41.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Tunnelton are Transportation (25 | 13.0%), Production (12 | 6.2%), and Material Moving (4 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Tunnelton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Tunnelton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)113 (58.6%)80 (41.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Tunnelton

Employment Industries in Tunnelton

The major employment industries in Tunnelton include Retail Trade (54 | 28.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (46 | 23.8%), Transportation & Warehousing (25 | 13.0%), Manufacturing (16 | 8.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (8 | 4.2%).
Employment Industries in Tunnelton

Employment Industries by Sex in Tunnelton

The Tunnelton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (50.0%), and Administrative & Support (42.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Tunnelton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
Manufacturing16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade33 (61.1%)21 (38.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance9 (19.6%)37 (80.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total113 (58.6%)80 (41.4%)

Education in Tunnelton

School Enrollment in Tunnelton

The most common levels of schooling among the 46 students in Tunnelton are elementary school (15 | 32.6%), high school (15 | 32.6%), and middle school (13 | 28.3%).
School Enrollment in Tunnelton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool12.2%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School1532.6%
Middle School1328.3%
High School1532.6%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional24.3%
Total46100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Tunnelton

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Tunnelton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Tunnelton

Education (7 | 53.8%), science & technology (3 | 23.1%), business (2 | 15.4%), and social sciences (1 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 13 individuals in Tunnelton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Tunnelton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences17.7%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology323.1%
Business215.4%
Education753.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total13100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Tunnelton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Tunnelton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Tunnelton are males with 2 vehicles (36, accounting for 31.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (28, making up 46.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Tunnelton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle21 (18.6%)24 (30.8%)
2 Vehicles36 (31.9%)28 (35.9%)
3 Vehicles23 (20.3%)21 (26.9%)
4 Vehicles1 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles32 (28.3%)5 (6.4%)
Total113 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Tunnelton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Tunnelton are 45 to 59 minutes (44 commuters, 23.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (36 commuters, 18.9%), and 60 to 89 minutes (26 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time in Tunnelton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes157.9%
5 to 9 Minutes52.6%
10 to 14 Minutes3618.9%
15 to 19 Minutes1910.0%
20 to 24 Minutes168.4%
25 to 29 Minutes21.1%
30 to 34 Minutes42.1%
35 to 39 Minutes52.6%
40 to 44 Minutes157.9%
45 to 59 Minutes4423.0%
60 to 89 Minutes2613.6%
90 or more Minutes42.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Tunnelton

The most common commute times in Tunnelton are 45 to 59 minutes (28 commuters, 24.8%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (16 commuters, 20.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Tunnelton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2 (1.8%)13 (16.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (6.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes23 (20.3%)13 (16.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes19 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (5.3%)10 (12.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes2 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (5.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes5 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes2 (1.8%)13 (16.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes28 (24.8%)16 (20.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes22 (19.5%)4 (5.1%)
90 or more Minutes4 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Tunnelton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Tunnelton are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (23, 20.3%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (24, 30.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Tunnelton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM16 (14.2%)4 (5.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM16 (14.2%)1 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (6.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM19 (16.8%)24 (30.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4 (3.5%)15 (19.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3 (2.6%)4 (5.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM23 (20.3%)6 (7.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (2.6%)2 (2.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (9.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4 (3.5%)4 (5.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM17 (15.0%)3 (3.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (2.6%)3 (3.8%)
Total113 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Tunnelton

Occupancy by Ownership in Tunnelton

Of the total 147 dwellings in Tunnelton, owner-occupied units account for 120 (81.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 27 (18.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Tunnelton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units12081.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2718.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units147100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Tunnelton

Occupancy by Household Size in Tunnelton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3020.4%
2-Person Household6946.9%
3-Person Household1912.9%
4+ Person Household2919.7%
Total Housing Units147100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Tunnelton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Tunnelton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household25 (83.3%)5 (16.7%)
2-Person Household64 (92.7%)5 (7.2%)
3-Person Household15 (78.9%)4 (21.0%)
4+ Person Household16 (55.2%)13 (44.8%)
Total Housing Units120 (81.6%)27 (18.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Tunnelton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Tunnelton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10 (40.0%)15 (60.0%)
High School Diploma74 (86.1%)12 (14.0%)
College/Associate Degree33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Tunnelton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Tunnelton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2617.7%
35 to 44 Years106.8%
45 to 54 Years4127.9%
55 to 64 Years4027.2%
65 to 74 Years2114.3%
75 to 84 Years32.0%
85 Years and Over64.1%
Total147100.0%

Housing Finances in Tunnelton

Median Income by Occupancy in Tunnelton

Median Income by Occupancy in Tunnelton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied120 (81.6%)$56,591
Renter-Occupied27 (18.4%)$0
Average147 (100.0%)$56,023

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Tunnelton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Tunnelton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)1 (3.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (4.2%)5 (18.5%)
$15,000 to $19,9994 (3.3%)4 (14.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9997 (5.8%)2 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99927 (22.5%)4 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (25.0%)11 (40.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more4 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Tunnelton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Tunnelton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30024 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49919 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79932 (26.7%)4 (14.8%)
$800 to $9993 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49938 (31.7%)11 (40.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)5 (18.5%)
$2,000 to $2,4994 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Tunnelton

Housing Structures in Tunnelton

Housing Structures in Tunnelton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached11477.5%
Single Unit, Attached10.7%
2 Unit Apartments21.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other3020.4%
Total147100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Tunnelton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Tunnelton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached91 (79.8%)23 (20.2%)
Single Unit, Attached1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other26 (86.7%)4 (13.3%)
Total120 (81.6%)27 (18.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Tunnelton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Tunnelton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)4 (14.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms24 (20.0%)5 (18.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms54 (45.0%)15 (55.6%)
8 or more Rooms42 (35.0%)3 (11.1%)
Total120 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Tunnelton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Tunnelton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas61 (50.8%)10 (37.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity20 (16.7%)4 (14.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke21 (17.5%)2 (7.4%)
All other Fuels12 (10.0%)11 (40.7%)
No Fuel Used5 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Tunnelton

Household Vehicle Usage in Tunnelton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (4.2%)4 (14.8%)
1 Vehicle24 (20.0%)23 (85.2%)
2 Vehicles38 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles53 (44.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Tunnelton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Tunnelton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6555
Median Property Value$30,400$0
Median Household Income$39,632$4
Monthly Housing Costs$381$0
Real Estate Taxes$315$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Tunnelton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Tunnelton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00055 (84.6%)4 (7.3%)
$50,000 to $99,9997 (10.8%)23 (41.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9993 (4.6%)24 (43.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)4 (7.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Tunnelton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Tunnelton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99914 (21.5%)3 (5.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (3.1%)2 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99921 (32.3%)3 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99925 (38.5%)6 (10.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (1.5%)5 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)7 (12.7%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)25 (45.5%)
Total65 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Tunnelton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Tunnelton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x57 (87.7%)110,313 (200,569.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x5 (7.7%)43 (78.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)3 (5.4%)
4.0x or more3 (4.6%)6 (10.9%)
Total65 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Tunnelton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Tunnelton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80040 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4993 (4.6%)28 (50.9%)
$800 to $1,49913 (20.0%)21 (38.2%)
Total65 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Tunnelton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tunnelton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years55 (94.8%)3 (5.2%)
26 to 34 Years34 (82.9%)7 (17.1%)
35 to 44 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years47 (66.2%)24 (33.8%)
55 to 64 Years55 (91.7%)5 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total311 (88.9%)39 (11.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Tunnelton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Tunnelton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen55 (94.8%)3 (5.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Tunnelton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Tunnelton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00060 (87.0%)9 (13.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99948 (67.6%)23 (32.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999132 (98.5%)2 (1.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over54 (91.5%)5 (8.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tunnelton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 66 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
6 to 18 Years24 (63.2%)14 (36.8%)
19 to 25 Years18 (31.0%)37 (63.8%)
25 to 34 Years1 (2.4%)33 (80.5%)
35 to 44 Years12 (44.4%)15 (55.6%)
45 to 54 Years22 (31.0%)25 (35.2%)
55 to 64 Years12 (20.0%)43 (71.7%)
65 to 74 Years31 (100.0%)16 (51.6%)
75 Years and over14 (100.0%)8 (57.1%)
Total140 (40.0%)195 (55.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Tunnelton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Tunnelton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (50.0%)24 (30.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (46.2%)13 (72.2%)
75 Years and over4 (57.1%)6 (85.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Tunnelton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Tunnelton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (19.2%)12 (15.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (38.5%)10 (55.6%)
75 Years and over4 (57.1%)1 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Tunnelton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (5.1%)9 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)10 (55.6%)
75 Years and over4 (57.1%)1 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Tunnelton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (3.8%)17 (21.2%)
65 to 74 Years6 (46.2%)10 (55.6%)
75 Years and over4 (57.1%)5 (71.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Tunnelton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (29.5%)20 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)8 (44.4%)
75 Years and over4 (57.1%)1 (14.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Tunnelton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years1 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (14.3%)

Technology Access in Tunnelton

Computing Device Access in Tunnelton

Computing Device Access in Tunnelton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop10470.8%
Smartphone13893.9%
Tablet8759.2%
No Computing Device53.4%
Total147100.0%

Internet Access in Tunnelton

Internet Access in Tunnelton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home11880.3%
Cellular Data Only1610.9%
Satellite Internet32.0%
No Internet117.5%
Total147100.0%

Tunnelton Summary

Tunnelton is a small town located in Preston County, West Virginia. It is situated in the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Morgantown Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 500 people and is located along the Cheat River.

History

Tunnelton was founded in 1845 by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The town was named after the nearby tunnel that was built to transport coal from the mines in the area. The tunnel was built by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and was the first of its kind in the United States.
The town grew rapidly in the late 19th century due to the coal mining industry. The town was home to several coal mines, including the Tunnelton Coal Company, which was the largest in the area. The town also had a number of other businesses, including a hotel, a general store, and a post office.
In the early 20th century, the coal industry began to decline and the town's population began to decline as well. The town was eventually bypassed by the railroad and the tunnel was closed in the 1950s.

Geography

Tunnelton is located in the Appalachian Mountains in Preston County, West Virginia. The town is situated along the Cheat River and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located approximately 30 miles from Morgantown, West Virginia and is part of the Morgantown Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The town has a total area of 0.3 square miles, all of which is land. The town has an elevation of 1,845 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Tunnelton is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is home to several small businesses, including a general store, a hotel, and a post office. The town also has a number of farms that produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay.
The town is also home to a number of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, and camping. The nearby Cheat River is a popular destination for kayaking and canoeing.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Tunnelton was 498. The town has a median household income of $30,000 and a median age of 44. The town is predominantly white, with 95.2% of the population identifying as such. The town also has a small Hispanic population, with 2.2% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino.

Conclusion

Tunnelton is a small town located in Preston County, West Virginia. The town has a population of approximately 500 people and is situated along the Cheat River. The town was founded in 1845 and was once home to a thriving coal mining industry. Today, the town's economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is predominantly white, with 95.2% of the population identifying as such. The town is also home to a number of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, and camping.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Tunnelton?
Total Population of Tunnelton is 350.
What is the Total Male Population of Tunnelton?
Total Male Population of Tunnelton is 179.
What is the Total Female Population of Tunnelton?
Total Female Population of Tunnelton is 171.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Tunnelton?
There are 104.68 Males per 100 Females in Tunnelton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Tunnelton?
There are 95.53 Females per 100 Males in Tunnelton.
What is the Median Population Age in Tunnelton?
Median Population Age in Tunnelton is 45.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Tunnelton
Average Family Size in Tunnelton is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Tunnelton
Average Household Size in Tunnelton is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Tunnelton?
Per Capita income in Tunnelton is $24,107.
What is the Median Family Income in Tunnelton?
Median Family Income in Tunnelton is $67,981.
What is the Median Household income in Tunnelton?
Median Household Income in Tunnelton is $56,023.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Tunnelton?
Income or Wage Gap in Tunnelton is 18.8%.
Women in Tunnelton earn 81.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Tunnelton?
Family Income Deficit in Tunnelton is $6,450.
Families that are below poverty line in Tunnelton earn $6,450 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Tunnelton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Tunnelton is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Tunnelton?
There are 212 People in the Labor Forcein in Tunnelton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Tunnelton?
70.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Tunnelton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Tunnelton?
Unemployment Rate in Tunnelton is 9.0%.