New Cumberland West Virginia Map

About New Cumberland, West Virginia

New Cumberland is a locality in Hancock County, West Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 943. The population density is 300.4 people per km². New Cumberland is located at 40.4967°N, 80.6067°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 26047.

New Cumberland rests on the eastern bank of the Ohio River, a place where the land gently slopes toward the water, its rolling terrain softened by a generous spread of mature trees. It lies 30.5 miles north-north-east of Wheeling, WV (from Wheeling, WV: bearing 11°T), and is situated 5.4 miles north of Weirton. The air here carries a damp coolness, especially in the early mornings, a testament to the river's constant presence and the humid summers that nurture the abundant greenery. The houses, many with wide porches perfect for watching the slow procession of barges, are spaced with a comfortable distance, suggesting a quiet contentment rather than a bustling urgency. Even the light seems to linger, catching the dust motes in the afternoon sun and casting long, benevolent shadows as dusk approaches, painting the modest storefronts and residential streets in hues of muted gold and lavender. The history of New Cumberland is intrinsically tied to the Ohio River, a vital artery for commerce and settlement in the region. Founded in the early 19th century, it grew as a trading post and a point of embarkation for those venturing westward, its early economy shaped by the river's bounty and the burgeoning agricultural lands of the surrounding hills. While coal mining once played a significant role in the broader county's economic landscape, New Cumberland itself has retained a character more reflective of its riverside heritage, with a quiet, steady pace of life. Local traditions often revolve around the river, from fishing derbies to community picnics held in riverside parks, fostering a deep connection to the waterway that has shaped the very soul of New Cumberland.

About This New Cumberland Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of New Cumberland, West Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.496733, -80.606739. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on New Cumberland and Hancock County.

Detailed location data for New Cumberland includes the ZIP code (26047), telephone area code (304), county seat of Hancock County (New Cumberland), and school district assignment (Hancock County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct New Cumberland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.