Living in Putnam County, West Virginia

Putnam County is a county in West Virginia with a population of around 56,848, part of the Charleston, WV MSA metro area. The main communities are Nitro, Hurricane, Eleanor.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $3,012/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $222K. 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.

Demographics

Putnam County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.