Economy & Jobs — Cowen, West Virginia
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $27,708 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$34,900 |
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| Per Capita Income | $15,321 |
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| Poverty Rate | 35.9% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 44.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 169 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 25.2% |
| Arts Food | 25.2% |
| Manufacturing | 20.7% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 7 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 6 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Commercial Banks | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
