West Virginia is the 38th most populous state in the United States, with an estimated population of 1,792,147 as of 2019. It is the fifth smallest state by area and the 10th least populous state. West Virginia has a diverse population with a mix of rural and urban communities. The racial makeup of West Virginia is 92.4% White, 4.2% African American, 0.6% Native American and Alaskan Native, 1.6% Asian American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. The ...