Belington is a small town located in Barbour County, West Virginia. With a population of 1,876 people, Belington has a population density of 921 people per square mile compared to the US average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Belington has an array of opportunities for businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events. Local businesses include the local grocery store Watson's Grocery Store, the Belington Diner & Coffee Shop which serves breakfast and lunch daily, and Country Crafts & Gifts which sells various craft items from jewelry to artwork. For those who enjoy being outdoors there are plenty of options such as hiking trails and camping at Tygart Valley River Park or fishing and kayaking at Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park. There are also multiple organizations in town such as the Belington Lions Club and 4H that offer volunteer opportunities for community members or visitors looking to give back to the area. Lastly, Belington also hosts various sporting events throughout the year such as the West Virginia Little League District All Star Tournament held each summer at Elkins Field.
The population in Belington is 1,876. There are 910 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Belington is 37.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Belington is 3.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Belington
- 47.7% are married
- 16.2% are divorced
- 22.2% are married with children
- 23.3% have children, but are single
Race in Belington
- 96.2% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 2.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander