City vs city
Charleston, WV vs Parkersburg, WV
| Charleston | Parkersburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 47,918 | 29,461 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -1.0% | -0.8% |
| Median home value | $187,300 | $113,900 |
| Median rent | $898 | $746 |
| Household income | $64,512 | $44,675 |
| Unemployment | 6.3% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 22% | 12% |
| State crime /100k | 1,359 | 1,359 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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