26301

26301 is a United States ZIP code in Harrison County, West Virginia, primarily serving the city of Clarksburg and nearby communities. As a postal designation, it helps route mail within the Clarksburg area and surrounding neighborhoods.

Geography and context: The 26301 area lies in north-central West Virginia within the Clarksburg metropolitan region. It encompasses a mix of residential neighborhoods and commercial districts and is bordered by major transportation corridors. Interstate 79 and U.S. Route 50 run near the area, connecting residents to Morgantown, the Mid-Ohio Valley, and other regional centers. The ZIP code does not correspond to a single municipality but to a distribution area used by the U.S. Postal Service.

History: The ZIP code system was introduced by the United States Postal Service in 1963 to streamline mail delivery. Since that time, 26301 has served as a postal designation for parts of Clarksburg and surrounding communities in Harrison County.

Demographics and economy: ZIP codes are not independent municipalities and do not denote specific population boundaries. The 26301 area is part of the broader Clarksburg urban area, with local economic activity centered on healthcare, retail, education, and light manufacturing typical of the region. Economic characteristics reflect the broader economic conditions of the Clarksburg and Harrison County area.

Education and services: Residents in the 26301 area receive public services from Harrison County and Clarksburg city authorities, with school attendance generally managed by the Harrison County School District and related educational institutions serving the region. The ZIP designation functions primarily as a mail delivery tool within this local context.