The numbers behind Medicare in Wyoming County
| Wyoming County | West Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 4,824 | 380,679 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 23.8% | 21.5% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 5,433 | 458,491 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 3,721 | 259,694 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 68.5% | 56.6% statewide |
Sources: Census Bureau 2023 estimates and CMS Medicare Advantage penetration, September 2026.
Among West Virginia’s 55 counties, Wyoming County comes in 28th for residents age 65 and up (4,824). Older adults make up 23.8% of the population here; the state figure is 21.5%. The 1,387 residents now between 60 and 64 will become Medicare-eligible soon, and our turning 65 guide walks through it. By age, the 65-and-older group splits 64% ages 65 to 74, 29% ages 75 to 84 and 8% age 85 and up (Census 2023). Medicare Advantage enrollment in Wyoming County is 68.5% of people with Medicare, higher than the West Virginia average of 56.6%. What most people do in a county is less important than what fits you. We weigh Medicare Advantage against Original Medicare with Medigap using your doctors, your drugs and your budget.
Who has Medicare in Wyoming County
Wyoming County is a rural county; the U.S. Department of Agriculture describes it as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, adjacent to a metro area. Rural counties tend to have fewer local hospitals and doctors, so a plan’s network and the distance to care matter a great deal.
CMS counts 6,088 Medicare beneficiaries in Wyoming County (2023). Their average age is 68, younger than the West Virginia average of 72. About 31% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, higher than the state figure of 20%. Where many people have both, special plans for dual-eligible members can matter; see our Medicaid and dual eligible guide, since availability varies by plan and area.
Among people in Original Medicare in Wyoming County, CMS reported about 693 emergency room visits and 309 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is close to the state average for emergency visits (684) and higher than it for hospital stays (250). About 8% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Where you live decides which Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can join, and Wyoming County may have a different set of plans than the counties around it. We are not based in Wyoming County; we help Wyoming County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Wyoming County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Wyoming County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Where people live in Wyoming County
People in Wyoming County live in communities such as Oceana (1,389), Mullens (1,383), Pineville (610) (2023 population estimates, counting only the part of each community that lies inside the county).
We look up plans by ZIP code. In Wyoming County, that means areas such as 24716, 24719, 24726, 24736, 24801, 24818, 24822, 24823, 24827, 24834, 24839, 24845, 24847, 24849 and 22 more, based on Census ZIP Code Tabulation Areas that lie mostly in the county.
Questions about Medicare in Wyoming County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- Medicare.gov: Medigap on how Medicare Supplement works.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- West Virginia Offices of the Insurance Commissioner: West Virginia’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Wyoming County residents
We work with many carriers, which lets us compare more than one option for Wyoming County households, including Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans, ACA health insurance, ICHRA, group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities and Medicare Advantage.
Get a clear answer for Wyoming County
A short call is enough to compare your options. Our help is free to you.
Get my plan comparisonMedicare guides for Wyoming County residents
- Medicare Advantage vs. Medigap: how to choose
- Can I change my Medicare plan after December 7?
- Do you really need a Medicare agent?
- Medicare 101 for families
Wyoming County compared with similar West Virginia counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mingo County | 4,822 | 69.5% | 35% | Rural |
| Lincoln County | 4,266 | 72.0% | 33% | Rural |
| McDowell County | 4,111 | 67.2% | 44% | Rural |
| Nicholas County | 5,926 | 64.3% | 22% | Rural |
| Jackson County | 6,009 | 61.8% | 20% | Rural |
| Lewis County | 3,471 | 60.5% | 24% | Rural |
See every West Virginia county in our West Virginia directory or go to our West Virginia Medicare hub.