McMechen, West Virginia facts for kids
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McMechen, West Virginia
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Location of McMechen in Marshall County, West Virginia.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  West Virginia |
| County |  Marshall |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.84 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Land | 0.57 sq mi (1.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.27 sq mi (0.69 km2) |
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,714 |
| • Estimate
(2021)
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1,680 |
| • Density | 2,971.98/sq mi (1,147.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
26040
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| Area code(s) | 304 |
| FIPS code | 54-50260 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1543032 |
McMechen is a small city located in Marshall County, West Virginia, in the United States. It sits right along the Ohio River. McMechen is part of the larger Wheeling Metropolitan Area. In 2020, about 1,714 people lived there.
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History of McMechen
McMechen gets its name from William McMechen and his family. They were some of the first people to settle in this area.
The city was officially formed and became a city in 1905.
Historic Buildings in McMechen
The McMechen Lockmaster Houses on the Ohio River are important historic buildings. They were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992. This means they are recognized as special places that should be protected because of their history.
Geography and Climate
McMechen is located in a beautiful area of West Virginia. It has both land and water within its city limits.
Land and Water Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, McMechen covers a total area of about 0.84 square miles (2.16 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 0.57 square miles (1.48 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.27 square miles (0.69 square kilometers), is water.
Understanding McMechen's Climate
The weather in McMechen usually has warm temperatures. Rain is spread out fairly evenly throughout the year. According to a system called Köppen Climate Classification, McMechen has a Humid subtropical climate. This type of climate is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps. It means the area has hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Population and People
The number of people living in McMechen has changed over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shifted.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 427 | — | |
| 1900 | 1,465 | 243.1% | |
| 1910 | 2,921 | 99.4% | |
| 1920 | 3,356 | 14.9% | |
| 1930 | 3,710 | 10.5% | |
| 1940 | 3,726 | 0.4% | |
| 1950 | 3,518 | −5.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,999 | −14.8% | |
| 1970 | 2,808 | −6.4% | |
| 1980 | 2,402 | −14.5% | |
| 1990 | 2,130 | −11.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,937 | −9.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,926 | −0.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,714 | −11.0% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,680 | −12.8% | |
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McMechen's Population in 2010
In 2010, a census (a count of all people) showed that 1,926 people lived in McMechen. These people lived in 856 different homes, called households. About 516 of these households were families.
The city had about 3,379 people per square mile (1,305 people per square kilometer). There were also 971 housing units, which are places where people can live.
Most of the people in McMechen were White (97.7%). A smaller number were African American (1.0%), Native American (0.2%), or Asian (0.2%). About 1.0% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Household and Age Details
In 2010, about 26.4% of homes had children under 18 living there. About 40.4% of homes were married couples living together. The average household had 2.24 people, and the average family had 2.88 people.
The average age of people in McMechen was 41.6 years old. About 20.9% of residents were under 18. About 17.7% were 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more females (51.4%) than males (48.6%).
Education in McMechen
Students in McMechen attend public schools operated by Marshall County Schools.
- Center McMechen Elementary School is one of the schools in the area.
Notable People from McMechen
McMechen has been home to some interesting people over the years.
- George D. Wallace was an actor who spent his teenage years in McMechen.
- Alvena Sečkar was a painter and author who was born in McMechen.
See also
In Spanish: McMechen para niños
