Berwind, WV is a small town located in McDowell County with a population of 244. The Berwind community is filled with local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, and other organizations that the locals enjoy. Some of the local businesses include The Corner Store which is a convenience store in the center of the town, Berwind Valley Resort which offers spa services, and the Berwind Coal Mine Museum. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking, camping, biking along the Appalachian Trail, and fishing on Lake Tams. There are also various local organizations such as The Friendly Neighbor Club which provides mentorship for children and adolescents for those living in poverty or abuse, and The McDowell County Community Center that provides health care services to residents who do not have access to a regular clinic. Local sporting events include summer league basketball games at Berwind High School and friendly competitions between surrounding towns during football season.
The population in Berwind is 244. There are 844 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Berwind is 54, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Berwind is 3.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Berwind
- 22.6% are married
- 12.6% are divorced
- 41.3% are married with children
- 26.0% have children, but are single
Race in Berwind
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander