How much is a home worth in ZIP code 26178?

The typical home in 26178 is worth $119,634, based on the Zillow Home Value Index.

Are home values rising in 26178?

Home values in 26178 are down 3.5% over the past year, and up 2.8% a year over five years.

ZIP code 26178 has a population of 184 and a median household income of $35,139.

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U.S. ZIP Code · WV26178

Ritchie County

Typical home value

$119,634^[1]

Zillow Home Value Index, as of April 2026

Appreciation

1-year: -3.5%
5-year / yr: +2.8%
10-year / yr: —

Relative price

vs U.S.: -57.9%
vs metro: —
vs state: -15.5%

Price history

Zillow Home Value Index — monthly, smoothed and seasonally adjusted.

The typical home in 26178 is worth $119,634. Over the past year, values have fallen 3.5%.

#Rent & investment

Typical asking rent, and the returns it implies at the current home value.

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#Property tax

Effective rate — total real estate taxes paid relative to total home value.

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#Climate risk

FEMA National Risk Index ratings for Ritchie County. "Not Applicable" means the hazard does not threaten the county.

Overall risk: Very Low^[4]
Riverine flood: Relatively Low
Coastal flood: Not Applicable
Wildfire: Very Low
Drought: Relatively Low
Heat wave: Very Low
Hurricane: Very Low
Tornado: Very Low
Earthquake: Very Low
Winter weather: Very Low

#Who lives here

Population: 184^[3]
Median household income: $35,139^[3]

#Migration

Household moves in and out of Ritchie County over a year, from IRS tax-return data.

Net migration: -48^[5]
Moved in: 124
Moved out: 172

Schools

Open public schools in this ZIP, from the NCES Common Core of Data.

Public schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Middle: 0
High: 0

Smithville Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · RITCHIE COUNTY SCHOOLS
94 students

Run the numbers

Interactive calculators pre-filled with this ZIP's typical home value, rent, and property-tax rate. Edit any field to recompute.

Home value$Monthly rent$

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Net yield (after ~40% expenses)—

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Gross and net yield are estimates based on the inputs and the selected expense ratio. Actual income and expenses will vary by property and market. Not investment advice.

Home price$Down payment%Interest rate%Loan termyears

Monthly payment$605

Loan principal$95,707

Down payment$23,927

Total interest paid$122,069

Estimated monthly payments include principal and interest only. Actual costs will include property tax, insurance, possibly PMI, and HOA fees not modeled here. Loan terms shown are estimates; consult a licensed lender for current rates and qualification.

Home price$Monthly rent$Down payment%Mortgage rate%Property tax rate% / yrMaintenance% / yrRule of thumb: 1% of home value per year.

Own : rent ratio—

Monthly cost to own$824

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This calculator projects multi-year scenarios based on assumptions about appreciation, rent growth, and investment returns — none of which are guaranteed. Actual outcomes depend on variables this tool cannot know. Not financial or real estate advice.

#Metro ranking

Where this ZIP sits among others in its metro area.

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Frequently asked

How much is a home worth in ZIP code 26178?: The typical home in 26178 is worth $119,634, based on the Zillow Home Value Index.
Are home values rising in 26178?: Home values in 26178 are down 3.5% over the past year, and up 2.8% a year over five years.
Who lives in 26178?: ZIP code 26178 has a population of 184 and a median household income of $35,139.

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