Brush Fork
Census-designated place in Mercer County, West Virginia
Brush Fork is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Mercer County, West Virginia, with 1,065 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,405 ft (733 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Bluefield, 1.8 miles SE.
- 1,065residents (2020 Census)
- 2,405 ftelevation · 733 m
- 1.9 sq miland area · 4.9 km²
- 560 / sq mipopulation density
- 24701ZIP code
About Brush Fork
Brush Fork (also spelled Brushfork) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. Brush Fork is 2 miles (3.2 km) northwest of Bluefield. As of the 2020 census, its population was 1,065 (down from 1,197 at the 2010 census).
The community takes its name from nearby Brush Fork creek which flows into the Bluestone River.
The West Virginia National Guard Brushfork Armory is located in the community. In addition to its National Guard functions it also hosts basketball games for Bluefield High School, commencements for local colleges and high schools, and other events. The Armory received 1.9 million dollars in 2024 for the planning and design of a new readiness center at the Brushfork Armory that meets all requirements for anti-terrorism and force protection in Bluefield.
Tourism in Brushfork is gaining with visitors to the Hatfield-McCoy Trails traveling and staying in the area.
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Living in Brush Fork
- Median household income
- $70,098
- Median home value
- $90,000
- Median age
- 47.7
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Brush Fork had 1,065 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 1,065 |
|---|---|
| Density | 560 per sq mi (216 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Brush Fork at a glance
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
|---|---|
| County | Mercer County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 1,065 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.90 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,405 ft (733 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.2773° N, 81.2392° W |
| ZIP code | 24701 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5410948 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Brush Fork
- Bluefield1.8 mi SE
- Bluewell2.7 mi N
- Bluefield, VA3.5 mi SW
- Falls Mills, VA3.7 mi W
- Bramwell5.2 mi NW
- Montcalm5.2 mi N
- Pocahontas, VA6.3 mi W
- Rocky Gap, VA7.7 mi E
- Boissevain, VA8.1 mi W
- Maybeury9.0 mi NW
- Matoaka9.7 mi N
- Bastian, VA9.8 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Brush Fork
What county is Brush Fork in?
Brush Fork is in Mercer County, West Virginia.
What is the population of Brush Fork, WV?
1,065 people lived in Brush Fork at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Brush Fork, WV?
The ZIP code of Brush Fork is 24701.
What is the elevation of Brush Fork?
2,405 feet (733 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Brush Fork?
Bluefield (1.8 mi), Bluewell (2.7 mi), Bluefield (3.5 mi), Falls Mills (3.7 mi), Bramwell (5.2 mi).
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