Blennerhassett, WV is a small rural town located in Wood County. It has a population of 3,820 people and the population density is 643 people per square mile. The town is situated on the Ohio River with easy access to nearby cities like Parkersburg and Marietta. Blennerhassett has a wealth of businesses that are local staples such as Blennerhassett Pharmacy, Hillcrest Inn, and several independent stores and restaurants. Year round outdoor activities abound in this area from kayaking down the Ohio River to exploring the many parks scattered around the county. There are also other organizations within the town such as the Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History which offers interactive displays about early settlers and their lifestyle. Local sporting events include basketball and softball tournaments held throughout the year for both children and adults alike.
The population in Blennerhassett is 3,820. There are 767 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Blennerhassett is 40.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Blennerhassett is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Blennerhassett
- 51.8% are married
- 10.4% are divorced
- 30.0% are married with children
- 8.0% have children, but are single
Race in Blennerhassett
- 99.1% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander