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| official_name = Sophia, West Virginia
| official_name = Sophia, West Virginia
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| image_caption = [[Main Street|Main st.]] ([[West Virginia Route 16|WV 16]]), downtown Sophia in 2007
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| subdivision_name1 = [[West Virginia]]
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| subdivision_type2 = [[List of counties in West Virginia|County]]
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| subdivision_name2 = [[Raleigh County, West Virginia|Raleigh]]


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| leader_title = Mayor
| leader_title = Mayor
| leader_name = Danny Barr
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| leader_name1 = Kenneth Churning
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| leader_name2 = Randy White
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| leader_name3 = Rob Godbey
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<!-- Population -->| population_as_of = [[2010 United States Census|2010]]
| population_est = 1274
| population_est = 1107
| pop_est_as_of = 2017
| pop_est_as_of = 2021
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| population_as_of = [[2020 United States Census|2020]]
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| population_total = 1344
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| population_total = 1124
| population_density_km2 = 680.72
| population_density_sq_mi = 1825.21
| population_density_sq_mi = 1763.61


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| timezone = [[North American Eastern Time Zone|Eastern (EST)]]
| utc_offset = -5
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| postal_code_type = [[ZIP code]]
| postal_code = 25921
| postal_code = 25921
| area_code = [[Area code 304|304]]
| area_code = [[Area code 304|304]]
| blank_name = [[Federal Information Processing Standard|FIPS code]]
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'''Sophia''' is a town in [[Raleigh County, West Virginia|Raleigh County]], [[West Virginia]], United States. It was incorporated in 1912. The population was 1,344 at the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]]. Sophia was the hometown of the late U.S. Senator [[Robert C. Byrd]].
'''Sophia''' is a town in [[Raleigh County, West Virginia|Raleigh County]], [[West Virginia]], United States. It was incorporated in 1912. The population was 1,124 at the [[2020 United States Census|2020 census]].<ref name="USCensusEst2020-2021"/>


==History==
==History==
A post office called Sophia has been in operation since 1909.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.postalhistory.com/postoffices.asp?task=display&state=WV&county=Raleigh | title=Raleigh County | publisher=Jim Forte Postal History | accessdate=30 April 2015}}</ref> The town was named for Sophia McGinnis, the family member of a local civil servant.<ref>{{cite book|last=Capace|first=Nancy|title=Encyclopedia of West Virginia|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=K30UKW0aewgC&pg=PA191|year=1999|publisher=North American Book Dist LLC|isbn=978-0-403-09843-9|page=191}}</ref> The town incorporated in 1912.<ref>{{cite book|last=Kenny|first=Hamill|title=West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains|url=https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39015009099824;view=1up;seq=616;size=125|year=1945|publisher=The Place Name Press|location=Piedmont, WV|page=592}}</ref>
A post office called Sophia has been in operation since 1909.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.postalhistory.com/postoffices.asp?task=display&state=WV&county=Raleigh | title=Raleigh County | publisher=Jim Forte Postal History | access-date=April 30, 2015}}</ref> The town was named for Sophia McGinnis, the family member of a local civil servant.<ref>{{cite book|last=Capace|first=Nancy|title=Encyclopedia of West Virginia|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=K30UKW0aewgC&pg=PA191|year=1999|publisher=North American Book Dist LLC|isbn=978-0-403-09843-9|page=191}}</ref> The town incorporated in 1912.<ref>{{cite book|last=Kenny|first=Hamill|title=West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains|url=https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39015009099824;view=1up;seq=616;size=125|year=1945|publisher=The Place Name Press|location=Piedmont, WV|page=592}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|0.69|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all of it land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2013-01-24|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120702145235/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archivedate=2012-07-02}}</ref>
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|0.69|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 24, 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120702145235/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archive-date=July 2, 2012}}</ref>


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
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|2010= 1344
|2020= 1124
|estyear=2017
|estyear=2021
|estimate=1274
|estimate=1107
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|estref=<ref name="USCensusEst2017">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/data/tables.2017.html|title=Population and Housing Unit Estimates|accessdate=March 24, 2018}}</ref>
|estref=<ref name="USCensusEst2020-2021"/>
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2015}}</ref>
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|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|access-date=June 4, 2015}}</ref>
}}
}}
[[File:Sophia, West Virginia (2014).jpg|thumb|right|Hilltop view of homes in Sophia]]
[[File:Sophia, West Virginia (2014).jpg|thumb|right|Hilltop view of homes in Sophia]]


===2010 census===
===2010 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="FactFinder">{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2013-01-24}}</ref> of 2010, there were 1,344 people, 590 households, and 391 families residing in the town. The [[population density]] was {{convert|1947.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 655 housing units at an average density of {{convert|949.3|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.7% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.2% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.7% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.1% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.0% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.1% of the population.
At the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]] there were 1,344 people, 590 households, and 391 families living in the town. The population density was {{convert|1947.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 655 housing units at an average density of {{convert|949.3|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2010 census|racial makeup]] of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.1%.<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 24, 2013}}</ref>


There were 590 households of which 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.7% were non-families. 29.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.77.
Of the 590 households 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.7% were non-families. 29.8% of households were one person and 14.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.77.


The median age in the town was 40.1 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27% were from 25 to 44; 26.7% were from 45 to 64; and 17% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.0% male and 54.0% female.
The median age in the town was 40.1 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27% were from 25 to 44; 26.7% were from 45 to 64; and 17% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.0% male and 54.0% female.


===2000 census===
===2000 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 1,301 people, 588 households, and 386 families residing in the town. The [[population density]] was 1,902.5 inhabitants per square mile (738.7/km²). There were 643 housing units at an average density of 940.3 per square mile (365.1/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 96.62% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.15% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.31% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.54% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.15% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.23% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.61% of the population.
At the [[2000 United States Census|2000 census]] there were 1,301 people, 588 households, and 386 families living in the town. The population density was 1,902.5 inhabitants per square mile (738.7/km{{sup|2}}). There were 643 housing units at an average density of 940.3 per square mile (365.1/km{{sup|2}}). The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2000 census|racial makeup]] of the town was 96.62% White, 1.15% African American, 0.31% Native American, 0.54% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 1.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.61%.<ref name="GR2" />


There were 588 households out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 31.3% of all households were made up of individuals and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.75.
Of the 588 households 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 31.3% of households were one person and 15.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.75.


In the town, the population was spread out with 21.5% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.3 males.
The age distribution was 21.5% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% 65 or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.3 males.


The median income for a household in the town was $26,008, and the median income for a family was $31,200. Males had a median income of $30,875 versus $17,273 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $15,296. About 22.1% of families and 23.6% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 41.9% of those under age 18 and 15.1% of those age 65 or over.
The median household income was $26,008 and the median family income was $31,200. Males had a median income of $30,875 versus $17,273 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,296. About 22.1% of families and 23.6% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 41.9% of those under age 18 and 15.1% of those age 65 or over.


==Notable people==
==Notable person==
* [[Robert Byrd]], United States Senator
* [[Robert Byrd]], United States [[List of United States Senators from West Virginia|Senator]]


==References==
==References==
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[[Category:Towns in Raleigh County, West Virginia]]
[[Category:Towns in Raleigh County, West Virginia]]

Latest revision as of 17:12, 6 May 2024

Sophia, West Virginia
Town
Main st. (WV 16), downtown Sophia in 2007
Main st. (WV 16), downtown Sophia in 2007
Official logo of Sophia, West Virginia
Logo
Location of Sophia in Raleigh County, West Virginia.
Location of Sophia in Raleigh County, West Virginia.
Coordinates: 37°42′29″N 81°15′12″W / 37.70806°N 81.25333°W / 37.70806; -81.25333
CountryUnited States
StateWest Virginia
CountyRaleigh
Area
[1]
 • Total
0.70 sq mi (1.81 km2)
 • Land0.70 sq mi (1.81 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
[2]
2,326 ft (709 m)
Population
 (2020)[3]
 • Total
1,124
 • Estimate 
(2021)[3]
1,107
 • Density1,763.61/sq mi (680.72/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
25921
Area code304
FIPS code54-75172[4]
GNIS feature ID2391419[2]
Websitesophiawv.com

Sophia is a town in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States. It was incorporated in 1912. The population was 1,124 at the 2020 census.[3]

History

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A post office called Sophia has been in operation since 1909.[5] The town was named for Sophia McGinnis, the family member of a local civil servant.[6] The town incorporated in 1912.[7]

Geography

[edit]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.69 square miles (1.79 km2), all land.[8]

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1920240—
1930611154.6%
19401,16089.9%
19501,43023.3%
19601,284−10.2%
19701,3031.5%
19801,216−6.7%
19901,182−2.8%
20001,30110.1%
20101,3443.3%
20201,124−16.4%
2021 (est.)1,107[3]−1.5%
U.S. Decennial Census[9]
Hilltop view of homes in Sophia

2010 census

[edit]

At the 2010 census there were 1,344 people, 590 households, and 391 families living in the town. The population density was 1,947.8 inhabitants per square mile (752.0/km2). There were 655 housing units at an average density of 949.3 per square mile (366.5/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.1%.[10]

Of the 590 households 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.7% were non-families. 29.8% of households were one person and 14.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.77.

The median age in the town was 40.1 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27% were from 25 to 44; 26.7% were from 45 to 64; and 17% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.0% male and 54.0% female.

2000 census

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At the 2000 census there were 1,301 people, 588 households, and 386 families living in the town. The population density was 1,902.5 inhabitants per square mile (738.7/km2). There were 643 housing units at an average density of 940.3 per square mile (365.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 96.62% White, 1.15% African American, 0.31% Native American, 0.54% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 1.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.61%.[4]

Of the 588 households 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 31.3% of households were one person and 15.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.75.

The age distribution was 21.5% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% 65 or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.3 males.

The median household income was $26,008 and the median family income was $31,200. Males had a median income of $30,875 versus $17,273 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,296. About 22.1% of families and 23.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 41.9% of those under age 18 and 15.1% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

[edit]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
  2. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Sophia, West Virginia
  3. ^ a b c d "City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2021". Census.gov. US Census Bureau. Retrieved July 3, 2022.
  4. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  5. ^ "Raleigh County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved April 30, 2015.
  6. ^ Capace, Nancy (1999). Encyclopedia of West Virginia. North American Book Dist LLC. p. 191. ISBN 978-0-403-09843-9.
  7. ^ Kenny, Hamill (1945). West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. Piedmont, WV: The Place Name Press. p. 592.
  8. ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on July 2, 2012. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  9. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  10. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
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