Economy & Jobs — Parsons, West Virginia
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $40,547 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$50,600 |
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| Per Capita Income | $26,616 |
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| Poverty Rate | 23.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 15.2% |
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| In Labor Force | 594 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 27.3% |
| Construction | 18.0% |
| Retail | 11.7% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 16 |
| Fast Food | 6 |
| Gas Stations | 5 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Hotels Motels | 4 |
| Coffee Shops | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Real Estate Offices | 3 |
| Insurance Agencies | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
