Living in Cabell County, West Virginia

Cabell County is a county in West Virginia with a population of around 96,844, part of the Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Milton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $850/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $140K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 46°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Cabell County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.