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Coal Fork
City in West Virginia, United States
Overview
Coal Fork is a small, quiet community outside Charleston, West Virginia, set amid forested hills and alongside the Elk River. It's known for its friendly residents, local charm, and tranquil environment, making it a low-key base to explore southern Appalachia. While the town doesn't bustle with attractions, it offers a glimpse into rural life and easy access to nature.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
West Virginia
Population
—
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
38.32°, -81.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,980
Local Cost
$1,110
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
50
English
100
Temperature
12.4°C
Summer Avg
23.1°C
Winter Avg
1.0°C
Record High
39.7°C
Record Low
-19.2°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1182 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CRW
Distance
9 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 52/100.
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