Sylvester, WV

West Virginia · Boone County · Charleston Metro

Sylvester is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 192. Residents earn $70,156 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
192 Population 3,840/sq mi density
$70,156 Median Income $27,690 per capita
$79,000 Home Value $63,439 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$70,156 median income, 15.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,156
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.9%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
331% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Sylvester Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population192
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density3,840/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,156
Per Capita$27,690
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Ownership84.6%
Zillow$63,439
Housing Units94
Rent Burden12.0%

Health

Obesity46.9%
Uninsured2.6%
Smoking23.6%
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score4.74

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute43 min
Broadband92.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Sylvester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sylvester receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Sylvester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sylvester is $70,156, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sylvester is $79,000, 72% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sylvester enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 17.3 inches of snow.

Sylvester has a population of 192 with a density of 3,840 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

192
Total Population
2023 Census
3,840
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylvester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sylvester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylvester is $70,156, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,690 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,419. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 420 business establishments, including 14 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 18.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sylvester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,156
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,690
Avg Weekly Wage$1,419
IRS Avg AGI$54,832
Gini Index0.413 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
331% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare36
Retail51
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.9 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sylvester is $79,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $63,439, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 94 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $2,333 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 12.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$63,439

Rental Costs

Rent Burden12.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.6%
Owner-Occupied84.6%
Renter-Occupied15.4%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Sylvester, 46.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.6% of residents, above the national average. 41.5% have high blood pressure. 23.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.8% report binge drinking. 35.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 32.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.4% experience frequent mental distress. 2.6% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,045. The dentist ratio is 1:4,194. 1.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sylvester vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.9%
46% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.6%
69% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress24.4%
Physical Distress17.6%
Short Sleep44.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured2.6%
70% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,045
Dentists1:4,194
Mental Health1:2,286
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death17,744/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access1.5%
Healthcare Facilities36
Sylvester enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,114 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density3,840/sq mi
Coordinates38.0080°N, 81.5617°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBoone County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.6"
31% above US avg
Snowfall 17.3"
Wettest Month (May) 5.49"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.06"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability85.8 / 100
Community Resilience13.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 3, 2025.

Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 119 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 118 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 95 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 140 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 87 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 140 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 96 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 135 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 78 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 32 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 143 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 127 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 96 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 102 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 108 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 109 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 85 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 107 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 103 km
Apr 29, 2010 7 km W of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.7 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

71 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 61 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 53 km 1
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 46 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 52 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 50 km 0
Jul 4, 2016 EF2 94 km 0
Oct 7, 2014 EF2 55 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 34 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF2 98 km 0
Apr 24, 1975 EF2 99 km 0
Apr 12, 1965 EF2 79 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF2 86 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 36 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 88 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 68 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 20 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 42 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 46 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 90 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 84 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 27 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY (61,231 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 BRUSHY 61,231 52 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 67 km
1987 UNNAMED 38,312 88 km
1987 UNNAMED 32,565 90 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 16 km
1991 JENNINGS CREEK 29,308 70 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 66 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 20 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 14 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 83 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 66 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 9 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 39 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 18 km
1987 UNNAMED 14,554 66 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 27 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 83 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 41 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 62 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 21 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.5 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in
July 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in

Sylvester has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 34°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.5") and October the driest (3.1").

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Sylvester is located in Boone County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 23.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 10.9% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.6% of the vote, a 57.4-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 36 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score4.74
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density3,840/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyBoone County County

Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Avg Download Speed74.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.7 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants14
Retail Stores51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.9 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%
Average costs for common services in Sylvester. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $224 ($134-$358)
Specialist Visit $313 ($179-$492)
Urgent Care Visit $179 ($90-$313)
Emergency Room Visit $1,969 ($716-$4,475)
Dental Cleaning $116 ($67-$179)
Dental Filling $224 ($134-$358)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22-$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($45-$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $269 ($134-$448)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18-$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $537 ($358-$895)
Battery Replacement $179 ($90-$313)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54-$134)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45-$125)
HVAC Repair $358 ($134-$716)
HVAC System Install $6,265 ($3,580-$10,740)
Roof Repair $895 ($358-$1,790)
Roof Replacement $8,055 ($4,923-$13,425)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,343 ($448-$3,133)
Divorce (Contested) $13,425 ($4,475-$26,850)
DUI Defense $4,475 ($1,790-$8,950)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,343 ($716-$2,685)
Will Preparation $448 ($179-$895)
Trust Preparation $2,238 ($895-$4,475)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13-$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27-$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $134 ($67-$224)
Manicure $22 ($13-$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22-$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45-$116)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.67 ($2.69-$4.92)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.13 ($2.24-$4.48)
Loaf of Bread $3.40 ($2.24-$4.92)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.03 ($2.69-$5.82)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.92 ($3.58-$6.71)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54-$1.61)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $125 ($72-$224)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27-$134)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36-$107)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36-$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27-$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $76 ($45-$134)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $179 ($67-$448)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,790 ($1,074-$3,133)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27-$116)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.16-$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27-$224)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13-$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,074 ($537-$2,238)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $895 ($448-$1,790)
After-School Care (Monthly) $358 ($179-$627)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($22-$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $895 ($358-$2,238)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,188 ($4,475-$26,850)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27-$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45-$179)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27-$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18-$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $269 ($134-$448)
Cat Spay/Neuter $179 ($90-$358)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$799
Toddler$759
Preschool$757
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$698
Toddler$578
Preschool$578
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Boone County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 569 60 $33,456 1.20
Accommodation & Food Services 223 20 $18,583 0.52
Other Services 166 24 $27,309 1.16
Transportation & Warehousing 133 15 $68,600 0.66
Finance & Insurance 105 17 $45,152 0.54
Construction 76 20 $59,488 0.30
Wholesale Trade 68 14 $73,889 0.36
Manufacturing 65 4 $53,237 0.17
Utilities 29 4 $98,955 1.60
Arts & Entertainment 20 3 $16,684 0.25

Radio Stations near Sylvester

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Sylvester

7 campgrounds found near Sylvester.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Grandview Playground Shelter 5.0/5 1 $90
R.D. BAILEY LAKE GROUP SHELTERS 5.0/5 3 $50, $60
Grandview Shelter 2 4.8/5 1 $75
Grandview Shelter 1 4.5/5 1 $70
Guyandotte Campground 4.2/5 86 $26, $40
Grandview Shelter 3 4.1/5 1 $70
Grandview Shelter 4 4.0/5 1 $75

National Parks Near Sylvester

20 national parks and monuments found near Sylvester.

ParkTypeFee
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beech Fork State Park State Park Free
Bluestone Lake State Park State Park Free
Bluestone National Scenic River National Scenic River Free
Bluestone State Park State Park Free
Breaks Interstate Park State Park Free
Camp Creek State Park State Park Free
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Cedar Creek State Park State Park Free
Chief Logan State Park State Park Free
Claytor Lake State Park State Park Free
Gauley River National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Hawks Nest State Park State Park Free
Little Beaver State Park State Park Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pinnacle Rock State Park State Park Free
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free

Museums in Sylvester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
UPPER BIG BRANCH MINING MEMORIAL GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049893298$72,900
ELIZAVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Cell Towers in Sylvester

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
Cedar Grove Site .5 MI ETOWER101
1401 Savage Pointe (81438)LTOWER97
Route 77TOWER97
1401 Savage Pointe (81438)LTOWER97
646 Montgomery Tower Road (97060)GTOWER91
646 Montgomery Tower Road (97060)GTOWER91
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78
(Pilot Knob) 693 Bolt Tower RoadLTOWER61
Tower Road, Near Summit of Pilot Knob (102163)LTOWER50
Tower Road, Near Summit of Pilot Knob (102163)LTOWER50
Tower Road, Near Summit of Pilot Knob (102163)LTOWER50
Tower Road, Near Summit of Pilot Knob (102163)LTOWER50

Bridges in Sylvester

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20181182,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198676950G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201167250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201157250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199617990F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous201718380G

Amtrak Stations in Sylvester

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Montgomery, WVThird Avenue and Washington StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Sylvester

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mercer County AirportBLFMedium Airport
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bocamanu Airport-Small Airport
Crazy Horse Airport-Small Airport
Fayette Airport-Small Airport
Island Airport-Small Airport
Kee Field-Small Airport
Kurt's Field-Small Airport
Lee Massey Airport-Small Airport
Logan County Airport-Small Airport
Mallory Airport-Small Airport
Mike Ferrell Field-Small Airport
New River Gorge Airport-Small Airport
Ona Airpark-Small Airport
Southern West Virginia Regional Airport-Small Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight Flightpark-Small Airport
Summersville Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Sylvester

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office - Quincy Detachment
Marmet Police Department
Raleigh County Sheriff Substation
West Virginia State Police - Quincy Detachment
West Virginia State Police - Quincy Detachment

Grocery Stores in Sylvester

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Family Dollar 13332Other102 County Highway 3
Little Village Market LlcOther32910 Coal River Rd.

Post Offices in Sylvester

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Orgas Post Office
Prenter Post Office

Treatment Centers in Sylvester

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lotus Recovery CentersSubstance Abuse888-918-2408

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sylvester

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
KEITH FULL GOSPEL CHURCH23511 COAL RIVER RD
SYLVESTER BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 372

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Mines
43
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Mines Near Sylvester

43 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Sylvester.

Name Description
Big John #2 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Big Mountain #1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Big Mountain #8 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Big Mountain No 1 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Big Mountain No 16 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Big Mountain Preparation Plant Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (NonProducing)
Bishop Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Black Knight Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Black Queen Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Castle II Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned)
Castle Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned)
Caymus Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Central Services Facility Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
CHECKMATE POWELLTON Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (NonProducing)
Chess Processing Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (NonProducing)
Chess Surface Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Coalburg No 1 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Cut #24 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Cut #25 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Cut #26 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Dorothy No 3 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Hm No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
King Ii Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
King Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Lotts Fork Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned)
Mine #7 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Auger Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Preparation Plant Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
No 2 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 3 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Number 1 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Number 1 Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Orgas Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Queen Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Red Stag #1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned)
Roundbottom Powellton Deep Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Silver Oak No. 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
Tacoma No 1 Surface Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Threemile Surface Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Weslo-Battleridge Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
White King Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
White Oak Preparation Plant Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)
Williams Mountain Surface Mine Coal (Lignite) - Surface (Abandoned)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sylvester

What is the population of Sylvester?

Sylvester has a population of 192 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 3,840 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.7 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is Sylvester expensive to live in?

Sylvester is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.5 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $70,156, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $79,000 (72% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sylvester?

Sylvester enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches, with 17.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sylvester?

The job market in Sylvester faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,419. There are 420 business establishments in the area, including 14 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 43 minutes, and 18.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sylvester?

The median home value in Sylvester is $79,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $63,439. The homeownership rate is 84.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,333.

How are the schools in Sylvester?

Schools in Sylvester have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 23.9% of adults in Sylvester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 10.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sylvester?

The obesity rate in Sylvester is 46.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.6% of adults are smokers. 35.8% are physically inactive. 32.6% of residents report depression. 2.6% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 1.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,045.

What is transportation like in Sylvester?

The average commute in Sylvester is 43 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sylvester?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sylvester is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

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