Living in Mineral County, West Virginia

Mineral County is a county in West Virginia with a population of around 27,451, part of the Cumberland, MD-WV MSA metro area. The main communities are Keyser, Carpendale, Piedmont.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $671/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $172K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 42°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Mineral County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.