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Parkersburg, WV Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Julia Watson

Is Parkersburg a good place to live?

Hey folks, Rent is about $746/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love some local perspective. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to ...

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Xavier Young

Job market in Parkersburg for tech?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 29,461 people. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do? The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, n...

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Julia Watson

Career opportunities in Parkersburg, WV

OK so My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 19.0%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $44,675, which feels on the lower side for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are wh...

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Jose Perez

Things Parkersburg needs to improve

We have two kids and Poverty rate is 19.0%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $44,675, which feels on the lower side for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Julia Watson

How much do you pay for rent in Parkersburg?

Alright, I'm a 48-year-old restaurant manager and Household incomes average around $44,675 in Parkersburg. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Looking forward to hearing from you all. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Theresa N.

Best hidden gems in Parkersburg

Random thought, I work in energy and Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $113,900, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Parkersburg sits at 282.6 per 100...

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Mason Sanders

Living in Parkersburg -the reality

So, Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $746/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $746 for rent here. With a population of 29,461, Parkersburg is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get goo...

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Theresa N.

Housing in Parkersburg compared to Raleigh

First post here. I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $746 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 29,461 people. Rent is about $746/month for a decent place. With a population of 29,461, Parkersburg is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surfac...

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Reagan King

Best and worst neighborhoods in Parkersburg

I work in media and The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 19.0%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Parkersburg sits at 282.6 per 100K. Rent is about $746/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still mana...

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Jayden Lee

Considering Parkersburg vs Tucson -help me decide

Hi all, Just moved here 14 months ago and Homes are going for about $113,900 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new deve...

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Oliver Adams

Best hidden gems in Parkersburg

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We have two kids and Household incomes average around $44,675 in Parkersburg. You can expect to pay around $746 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned?

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Leo Morris

Moving to Parkersburg -what should I know?

Alright, Homes are going for about $113,900 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 29,461 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here?

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Xavier Young

Why I chose Parkersburg over bigger cities

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 37-year-old social worker and With a population of 29,461, Parkersburg is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $113,900 on average. Rent is about $746/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $746 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which...

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Vivian Ruiz

Should I move to Parkersburg or stay in St. Louis?

First post here. I work in tech and Poverty rate is 19.0%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $44,675, which feels on the lower side for the area. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $113,900 on average. Downtown has improve...

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Jayden Lee

Best apartments in Parkersburg under ?

So, The median home value here is around $113,900, which is actually reasonable. Median household income is $44,675, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 19.0%, which is higher than I expected. There's a growing tech scene...

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Theresa N.

Just moved to Parkersburg, any tips?

Random thought, With a population of 29,461, Parkersburg is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $113,900 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Is this normal for Parkersburg? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I...

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Jayden Lee

Anyone regret moving to Parkersburg?

I work in hospitality and It's a a smaller city city with about 29,461 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in...

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