Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
16%
Ranson
Ranson, WV Area Guide
Avg Rent
$696
Population
5,738
Renter Mix
35% Rent
Delight in natural and historical amenities near the city
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Located on the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Ranson exudes small-town charm with access to metropolitan amenities. About an hour’s drive from Washington, DC, Ranson is convenient to urban luxuries as well as the many recreational opportunities at nearby natural wonders like the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah River.
Ranson shares a rich regional history with the surrounding area, situated within minutes of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Antietam National Battlefield, and Shepherdstown. A bevy of special events brings the community together in Ranson, including the annual Ranson Festival, Car Show, and Tree Lighting ceremony. Easy access to U.S. 340, Route 9, and Washington-Dulles International Airport makes getting around from Ranson simple.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,486
Average: $82,584
Education
1,200
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,024
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Ranson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
11%
Other Education
89%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Ranson, WV is $696 for one bedroom. Apartment rent in Ranson has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$696/month
750 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,182/month
964 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ranson, WV is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
250 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Ridgefield Farm
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail
- Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
- Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship
Military Bases
Airports
- Hagerstown Regional/Richard A Henson Field
- Washington Dulles International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.