ZIP Code 26261
About Richwood
Richwood is a city in Nicholas County, West Virginia, United States. In 2020, the census showed Richwood with a population of 1,661. During the 19th and early 20th century Richwood was a booming coal and lumber town. Richwood has a very rich history, including the formation of the Cherry River Navy civic organization to draw attention to issues important to the community. Richwood has also become known statewide as the "Ramp Capital of the World". Each year, in April, the city hosts a large festival that draws visitors from around the country.
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Area Profile
US Census (ACS 5-year · Gazetteer)
3,115
population
$34,255
median household income
19
people / sq mi
$64,400
median home value
$628
median gross rent
46.7
median age
1,754
housing units
1,225
households
165.3
land area (sq mi)
Key places in 26261
- Bearwallow Knob nature
- Big Bull Hill nature
- Big Mountain nature
- Blue Knob nature
- Briery Knob nature
- Fork Mountain nature
- Fork Mountain nature
- Job Knob nature
- Kerless Knob nature
- Little Beech Knob nature