Buying West Virginia Real Estate
If considering a move to West Virginia, you should take some time to review the following information on demographics, crime statistics, population, schools, and other important facts about West Virginia real estate.
West Virginia Population
The state of West Virginia has experienced just a 0.5 per cent increase in population over the last few years. Those considering buying West Virginia real estate have many options including beautiful rural and mountainous areas as well as metropolitan areas. Some of the largest cities in West Virginia include Charleston, the capital, Huntington, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Morgantown, Weirton, Fairmont, Beckley, Clarksburg and Martinsburg.
West Virginia Economy
West Virginia has a long history of coal mining and logging as big sectors in its economy and has recently added oil drilling as another natural resource which will factor into the economy. Although the mountains which essentially cover the state prohibit large expanses of farms, agriculture does play an important role in West Virginia’s economy. Some of the products exported include apples, poultry, cattle and dairy products. West Virginia is not a big industrial state but does produce several products based on natural resources including primary metals, clay, stone, glass and chemical products. There is one Fortune 500 company headquartered in West Virginia: Wheeling Pittsburgh. Tourism and the film industry contribute annually to West Virginia’s economy overall.
West Virginia Tourism and Recreation
The beauty of West Virginia’s landscape draws thousands of people each year who indulge in outdoor activities such as whitewater rafting, skiing, camping, hiking, rock climbing, fishing and hunting. West Virginia also has many historical sites and venues including the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, The Greenbrier Hotel and Resort and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory.
West Virginia’s state slogan claims that West Virginia is "Wild and Wonderful" and anyone considering buying West Virginia real estate is sure to find something wonderful at every turn.
Cities in West Virginia
|
| Population
| Population Change Since 2000
|
| Charleston |
49,693 |
-7 % |
| Huntington |
47,116 |
-8 % |
| Parkersburg |
31,087 |
-6 % |
| Wheeling |
28,826 |
-8 % |
| Morgantown |
27,863 |
4 % |
| Weirton |
18,936 |
-7 % |
| Fairmont |
17,998 |
-6 % |
| Martinsburg |
16,986 |
13 % |
| Beckley |
16,678 |
-3 % |
| Clarksburg |
15,426 |
-8 % |
| Teays Valley |
12,994 |
2 % |
| South Charleston |
12,337 |
-8 % |
| Bluefield |
10,869 |
-5 % |
| St. Albans |
10,611 |
-8 % |
| Vienna |
10,261 |
-6 % |
| Cross Lanes |
9,797 |
-5 % |
| Moundsville |
9,689 |
-3 % |
| Dunbar |
7,430 |
-9 % |
| Bridgeport |
7,368 |
1 % |
| Oak Hill |
7,311 |
-4 % |
| Cheat Lake |
6,963 |
9 % |
| Elkins |
6,682 |
-5 % |
| Nitro |
6,411 |
-6 % |
| Princeton |
5,746 |
-9 % |
| Pea Ridge |
5,712 |
-10 % |
| New Martinsville |
5,684 |
-5 % |
| Grafton |
5,569 |
1 % |
| Buckhannon |
5,413 |
-5 % |
| Hurricane |
5,373 |
3 % |
| Keyser |
5,258 |
-1 % |
| Brookhaven |
4,717 |
0 % |
| Sissonville |
4,541 |
3 % |
| Weston |
4,173 |
-3 % |
| Point Pleasant |
4,144 |
-11 % |
| Westover |
3,746 |
-5 % |
| Lewisburg |
3,590 |
-1 % |
| Pleasant Valley |
3,533 |
13 % |
| Ravenswood |
3,433 |
-15 % |
| Blennerhassett |
3,331 |
3 % |
| Philippi |
3,291 |
15 % |
| Summersville |
3,274 |
-1 % |
| Kenova |
3,199 |
-8 % |
| Corporation of Ranson |
3,149 |
7 % |
| Barboursville |
3,066 |
-4 % |
| Follansbee |
2,954 |
-5 % |
| Charles Town |
2,948 |
1 % |
| Inwood |
2,938 |
41 % |
| Williamson |
2,923 |
-14 % |
| Ripley |
2,918 |
-11 % |
| Culloden |
2,912 |
-1 % |
| Kingwood |
2,885 |
-2 % |
| Pinch |
2,875 |
2 % |
| Crab Orchard |
2,780 |
1 % |
| Williamstown |
2,771 |
-8 % |
| Hooverson Heights |
2,737 |
-6 % |
| Mineralwells |
2,688 |
45 % |
| Madison |
2,660 |
-2 % |
| Fayetteville |
2,655 |
-4 % |
| Hinton |
2,654 |
-8 % |
| Wellsburg |
2,654 |
-8 % |
| Paden City |
2,647 |
-7 % |
| Harts |
2,623 |
11 % |
| Mannington |
2,539 |
20 % |
| Bethlehem |
2,537 |
-4 % |
| Petersburg |
2,492 |
3 % |
| Moorefield |
2,489 |
5 % |
| Bradley |
2,458 |
4 % |
| Mount Gay-Shamrock |
2,442 |
-7 % |
| Chester |
2,346 |
-9 % |
| Richwood |
2,312 |
-7 % |
| Welch |
2,306 |
-14 % |
| White Sulphur Springs |
2,256 |
-3 % |
| Salem |
2,138 |
7 % |
| Winfield |
2,133 |
15 % |
| Spencer |
2,131 |
-9 % |
| Craigsville |
2,127 |
-3 % |
| Harrisville |
2,126 |
15 % |
| Shinnston |
2,109 |
-8 % |
| Milton |
2,105 |
-5 % |
| Romney |
2,063 |
6 % |
| Daniels |
2,041 |
11 % |
| St. Marys |
1,984 |
-2 % |
| Shady Spring |
1,983 |
-5 % |
| Coal City |
1,872 |
-2 % |
| Montgomery |
1,853 |
-5 % |
| Alum Creek |
1,800 |
-2 % |
| Powellton |
1,770 |
-1 % |
| McMechen |
1,763 |
-9 % |
| Amherstdale-Robinette |
1,722 |
-4 % |
| Stonewood |
1,709 |
-6 % |
| Fairlea |
1,668 |
-2 % |
| MacArthur |
1,657 |
-2 % |
| Marmet |
1,620 |
-4 % |
| Belington |
1,619 |
-9 % |
| Cassville |
1,602 |
1 % |
| Ronceverte |
1,586 |
2 % |
| Sistersville |
1,566 |
-1 % |
| Mullens |
1,554 |
-12 % |
| Glenville |
1,551 |
0 % |
| Nutter Fort |
1,537 |
-9 % |
| Ansted |
1,535 |
-3 % |
| Ceredo |
1,531 |
-9 % |
| Chesapeake |
1,507 |
-8 % |
| Gilbert Creek |
1,496 |
-5 % |
| Newell |
1,495 |
-7 % |
| Rainelle |
1,476 |
-4 % |
| Wayne |
1,464 |
32 % |
| Logan |
1,454 |
-11 % |
| Alderson |
1,454 |
33 % |
| Terra Alta |
1,446 |
-1 % |
| Benwood |
1,440 |
-9 % |
| Oceana |
1,436 |
-7 % |
| Glen Dale |
1,422 |
-8 % |
| New Haven |
1,415 |
-9 % |
| Parsons |
1,388 |
-5 % |
| Coal Fork |
1,383 |
2 % |
| Mabscott |
1,380 |
-2 % |
| Beaver |
1,372 |
0 % |
| Eleanor |
1,371 |
2 % |
| Stanaford |
1,371 |
-5 % |
| Mount Hope |
1,342 |
-10 % |
| Prosperity |
1,340 |
2 % |
| Star City |
1,323 |
-3 % |
| Sophia |
1,318 |
1 % |
| Buffalo |
1,273 |
9 % |
| Lubeck |
1,267 |
-3 % |
| Fort Ashby |
1,254 |
-7 % |
| Boaz |
1,244 |
-8 % |
| Barrackville |
1,223 |
-5 % |
| Pennsboro |
1,223 |
2 % |
| New Cumberland |
1,187 |
8 % |
| Washington |
1,162 |
-1 % |
| Cameron |
1,140 |
-6 % |
| Belle |
1,131 |
-10 % |
| Marlinton |
1,129 |
-6 % |
| Bolivar |
1,122 |
7 % |
| Chapmanville |
1,121 |
-7 % |
| Elkview |
1,117 |
-5 % |
| Mallory |
1,114 |
-3 % |
| Tornado |
1,109 |
0 % |
| West Liberty |
1,106 |
-9 % |
| Clendenin |
1,073 |
-4 % |
| Holden |
1,064 |
-4 % |
| Switzer |
1,064 |
-7 % |
| Chattaroy |
1,053 |
-7 % |
| Hamlin |
1,040 |
-7 % |
| Sutton |
1,025 |
1 % |
| Poca |
1,022 |
1 % |
| Piney View |
1,015 |
-3 % |
| Athens |
1,001 |
-9 % |