26289 ZIP Code — Red Creek, WV
Tucker County, West Virginia
ZIP code 26289 is located in Red Creek, West Virginia, within Tucker County. It covers approximately 3.77 square miles and serves a population of 18 residents. This is a standard ZIP code in the Eastern (ET) timezone, served by area code 304/681.
18
population
3.77
sq mi land
Standard
ZIP type
Eastern (ET)
timezone
26289 ZIP code map
Cities in ZIP code 26289
Below are the cities the US Postal Service accepts for ZIP code 26289. Using any city not on this list may result in mail delivery delays.
| City | Status |
|---|---|
| Red Creek | Preferred |
Nearby ZIP codes
26271 Hendricks (4.2 mi)
26269 Hambleton (5.7 mi)
26260 Davis (7.2 mi)
26270 Harman (8 mi)
26254 Bowden (8.4 mi)
26292 Thomas (9.1 mi)
26263 Dryfork (9.1 mi)
26287 Parsons (10.1 mi)
26276 Kerens (11.8 mi)
26283 Montrose (13.5 mi)
26716 Eglon (15.1 mi)
26855 Cabins (15.6 mi)
Demographics
updated 06/2026
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Total population | 18 |
| Population density | 5 / sq mi |
| State FIPS | 54 |
| County FIPS | 093 |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Land area | 3.77 sq mi |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi |
| Latitude | 39.0328 |
| Longitude | -79.5428 |
| Timezone | Eastern (ET) |
| Area code | 304/681 |
Total population by age
Gender
Race & ethnicity
Demographics & statistics
18
Population
5
People per sq mi
27.3
Median age
$0
Median household income
$0
Per capita income
$0
Median home value
$0
Median monthly rent
100.0%
Home ownership
100.0%
Poverty rate
0.0%
Unemployment
17
Housing units
40.0%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Male
Female
5
Under 5
3
2
25–34
2
4
45–54
2
← Male
Female →
Age summary
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8 | 44.4% |
| 18 and over | 10 | 55.6% |
| 65 and over | 0 | 0.0% |
| Median age | 27.3 years | |
Race & ethnicity
White
71.4%
Hispanic or Latino
14.3%
Two or more races
14.3%
| Group | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15 | 71.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 | 14.3% |
| Two or more races | 3 | 14.3% |
Household income
$15k–$25k
100.0%
| Range | % of households |
|---|---|
| $15k–$25k | 100.0% |
| Median income | $0 |
Housing
Home values
$50k–$100k
100.0%
Housing overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median home value | $0 |
| Median rent / month | $0 |
| Owner occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter occupied | 0.0% |
| Vacant | 64.7% |
| Single-family detached | 64.7% |
| Large apartment buildings | 0.0% |
| Mobile homes | 0.0% |
| Median rooms | 0.0 |
| Avg household size (owned) | 3.00 |
Year built
| Era | % |
|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 0.0% |
| 2010–2019 | 0.0% |
| 2000–2009 | 0.0% |
| 1990–1999 | 0.0% |
| 1980–1989 | 35.3% |
| 1970–1979 | 0.0% |
| 1960–1969 | 0.0% |
| 1950–1959 | 0.0% |
| 1940–1949 | 0.0% |
| 1939 or earlier | 64.7% |
Bedrooms
| Size | % of units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio) | 0.0% |
| 1 bedroom | 0.0% |
| 2 bedrooms | 0.0% |
| 3 bedrooms | 64.7% |
| 4 bedrooms | 0.0% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 35.3% |
Vehicles per household
| Vehicles | % of households |
|---|---|
| No vehicle | 0.0% |
| 1 vehicle | 0.0% |
| 2 vehicles | 0.0% |
| 3 or more | 100.0% |
Heating fuel
| Fuel type | % |
|---|---|
| Propane / LP gas | 100.0% |
Households & families
| Household type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Married-couple family | 6 | 100.0% |
| Cohabiting couple | 0 | 0.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse | 0 | 0.0% |
| Female householder, no spouse | 0 | 0.0% |
| Households with children under 18 | 6 | 100.0% |
| Households with seniors (65+) | 0 | 0.0% |
| Average household size | 3.00 | |
Marital status
| Status | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Never married | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Married | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Separated | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Education
Less than 9th grade
0.0%
Some HS, no diploma
0.0%
HS graduate
60.0%
Some college, no degree
0.0%
Associate's degree
0.0%
Bachelor's degree
40.0%
Graduate / professional
0.0%
| Metric | % |
|---|---|
| HS diploma or higher | 100.0% |
| Bachelor's or higher | 40.0% |
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
| Type | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / preschool | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kindergarten | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elementary school | 0 | 0.0% |
| High school | 0 | 0.0% |
| College / grad school | 0 | 0.0% |
Employment
Industry of employment
Retail trade
60.0%
Education & healthcare
40.0%
Occupation
| Category | % |
|---|---|
| Management, business & arts | 0.0% |
| Service | 40.0% |
| Sales & office | 60.0% |
| Natural resources & construction | 0.0% |
| Production & transportation | 0.0% |
Employment type
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private sector | 100.0% |
| Government | 0.0% |
| Self-employed | 0.0% |
| Unpaid family workers | 0.0% |
Commute
| Method | % |
|---|---|
| Drive alone | 100.0% |
| Carpool | 0.0% |
| Public transit | 0.0% |
| Walk | 0.0% |
| Work from home | 0.0% |
| Other means | 0.0% |
| Avg commute (minutes) | 0.0 |
Poverty
All people
100.0%
Under 18 years
100.0%
18 and over
100.0%
Married-couple families
100.0%
Female-led households
0.0%
Income support
| Source | % of households |
|---|---|
| Social Security | 0.0% |
| Retirement income | 0.0% |
| Supplemental Security | 0.0% |
| Cash public assistance | 100.0% |
| Food stamps / SNAP | 0.0% |
Health indicators
| Condition | % |
|---|---|
| Obesity | 0.0% |
| High blood pressure | 0.0% |
| High cholesterol | 0.0% |
| Diabetes | 0.0% |
| Heart disease | 0.0% |
| Stroke | 0.0% |
| Asthma | 0.0% |
| Arthritis | 0.0% |
| Kidney disease | 0.0% |
| Pulmonary disease | 0.0% |
| Cancer | 0.0% |
| Behavior / access | % |
|---|---|
| Smoking | 0.0% |
| Binge drinking | 0.0% |
| No physical activity | 0.0% |
| Less than 7 hrs sleep | 0.0% |
| Depression | 0.0% |
| Fair or poor health | 0.0% |
| Poor mental health | 0.0% |
| Poor physical health | 0.0% |
| No health insurance | 0.0% |
| Visited doctor (checkup) | 0.0% |
| Visited dentist | 0.0% |
| Cholesterol screening | 0.0% |
| Teeth loss | 0.0% |
Veterans & disability
| Veterans | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Civilian veterans | 0 | 0.0% |
| Disability | % |
|---|---|
| Any disability | 0.0% |
| Under 18 | 0.0% |
| 18–64 years | 0.0% |
| 65 and over | 0.0% |
Health insurance coverage
| Type | % |
|---|---|
| Private insurance | 83.3% |
| Public insurance | 100.0% |
| No insurance | 0.0% |
| Uninsured under 19 | 0.0% |
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
| Language | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| English only | 10 | 55.6% |
| Spanish | 0 | 0.0% |
| Other Indo-European | 0 | 0.0% |
| Asian & Pacific Islander | 0 | 0.0% |
| Other languages | 0 | 0.0% |
Place of birth & citizenship
| Origin | Count | % |
|---|---|---|
| Native born (US) | 18 | 100.0% |
| Born in same state | 18 | 100.0% |
| Born in different state | 18 | 100.0% |
| Foreign born | 0 | 0.0% |
| Naturalized citizen | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not a US citizen | 0 | 0.0% |
Technology access
| Metric | % of households |
|---|---|
| Computer access | 33.3% |
| Internet access | 100.0% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 26289
What city is ZIP code 26289 in?
ZIP code 26289 is primarily assigned to Red Creek, West Virginia.
What county is ZIP code 26289 in?
ZIP code 26289 falls within Tucker County, West Virginia.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 26289?
100% of residents in ZIP code 26289 live below the poverty line, above the national average.
Is ZIP code 26289 family-oriented?
44% of residents in ZIP code 26289 are under 18, reflecting a younger, family-oriented community.
What is the population of ZIP code 26289?
ZIP code 26289 has an estimated population of 18 residents, with a density of 5 people per square mile.
What timezone is ZIP code 26289 in?
ZIP code 26289 observes the EST timezone.