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Mercer County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Mercer County, West Virginia. Serving a population of 58.057 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Princeton • Land Area: 418,962 sq mi • State: West Virginia (WV)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Mercer County Courthouse / Recording Office, Princeton, WV 24701

Seat of government for Mercer County in Princeton, WV.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(304) 735-3505

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 54055 • Coordinates: 37.4034° N, -81.1065° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Mercer County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Mercer County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by W. Va. Code § 59-1-10 & § 11-22-2
First Page Base Fee
$27.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$1.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
$1.65 per $500 ($1.10 state / $0.55 county) Excise Tax on property transfers
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in West Virginia:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Mercer County

License Fee $56.00 ($36.00 with verified premarital counseling)
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Mercer County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by County Clerk. No waiting period.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $12.00
Death Cert $12.00
Marriage Cert $12.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through West Virginia Department of Health Vital Registration Office and the local Mercer County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Mercer County

Filing Fee: $25.00
1. Filing Authority

In Mercer County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the County Clerk & West Virginia Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in West Virginia.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name filed with the County Clerk and registered with Secretary of State.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Mercer County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Mercer County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Mercer County office is located at Mercer County Courthouse / Recording Office, Princeton, WV 24701. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (304) 735-3505.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Mercer County?
Under West Virginia statute (W. Va. Code § 59-1-10 & § 11-22-2), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Mercer County costs $27.00 for the first page, plus $1.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $1.65 per $500 ($1.10 state / $0.55 county) Excise Tax on property transfers.
How do I obtain a marriage license in Mercer County, WV?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Mercer County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $56.00 ($36.00 with verified premarital counseling). West Virginia requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Mercer County?
In Mercer County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the County Clerk & West Virginia Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Trade name filed with the County Clerk and registered with Secretary of State.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Mercer County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $12.00 and death certificates starting at $12.00) can be requested through the West Virginia Department of Health Vital Registration Office or directly at the Mercer County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.