age distribution population trends race and origin

Through the visioning and planning process it became immediately evident that Philippi residents know Philippi. The issues and problems relative to the population and economy of the City identified by the residents are confirmed by statistical analysis.

This element of the Plan examines the demographics and social-economic conditions of the City of Philippi and, by default, Barbour County. In most instances, particularly 1980 and earlier data, U.S. Census data is not available for Philippi, but is available for Barbour County.