Total Population
313
Population
Growth Rate
0.51%
Median Age
43
Diversity Index
5.600
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26
Tunnelton
History of Tunnelton
Tunnelton, West Virginia, originally nestled amidst abundant forests and wildlife, was established when James C. McGrew purchased the land in 1858. McGrew's vision led to the creation of a store and a large tannery. The town was formally incorporated in 1907, receiving its name from its position at the eastern terminus of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad's Kingwood Tunnel, the longest tunnel in the world at that time.
Tunnelton Today: What Makes Us Unique
Tunnelton Train Depot
Tunnelton Train Depot, built in 1912, was once a bustling place filled with passengers and freight on the Baltimore and Ohio lines. Passionate residents came together to purchase and restore the depot in 1994. Logging lots of volunteer time, along with federal and state grants for work on the building, the Depot Museum is open to the public and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.
Tunnelton Senior Center
The spacious center offers residents of Tunnelton a variety of services, including a multipurpose room for social activities and classes, including Tai Chi and BINGO.
South Preston School
The educational needs of Tunnelton’s youth are met at South Preston School, which serves students in prekindergarten through eighth-grade.
Population
Housing & Income
Households
113
Total Housing Units
119
Owner Occupied
99
Renter Occupied
14
Vacant
6
Median Home Value
$95,536
Average Home Value
$128,030
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.49%
Income Projection
Median Household
$58,003 $72,990
Average Household
$77,066 $86,325
Per Capita
$27,822 $31,464
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26
Workforce
Total Businesses
12
Total Employed
46
Workers 16+
191
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
2
Employed
10
2024 Public Administration
Businesses
2
Employed
8
2024 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
2
Employed
7
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
1
Employed
7
2024 General Merchandise Businesses
Businesses
1
Employed
5
2024 Food & Beverage Retailers
Businesses
1
Employed
5
Some
High School
21
Graduated
High School
81
Associates
Degree
7
Bachelor's
Degree
25
Graduate
Degree
13
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
121
Non-Resident Commuters
61
Drive Alone
138
Carpooled
51
Public
0
Work At Home
0
Source: ESRI, 2024-09-26