Economy & Jobs — Sophia, West Virginia

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$36,080
Estimated 2026~$39,300
Per Capita Income$29,190
Poverty Rate38.0%
Unemployment Rate12.4%
In Labor Force591

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Education Healthcare24.8%
Professional15.1%
Finance Insurance12.9%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Physician Offices84
Fast Food58
Gas Stations40
Full Service Restaurants36
Insurance Agencies35
Law Offices31
Dental Offices28
Commercial Banks27
General Merchandise25
Auto Repair22
Hotels Motels17
Grocery Stores14
Accounting Firms14
Beauty Salons13
Child Day Care13
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.