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Raleigh County
City in West Virginia, United States
Overview
Raleigh County, located in southern West Virginia, is characterized by its blend of historic small towns, natural beauty, and the commercial center of Beckley. Visitors enjoy easy access to outdoor activities, friendly communities, and a taste of Appalachian culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
West Virginia
Population
74,591
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
37.77°, -81.25°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
73
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
78
Food Safety
88
Monthly Cost
$2,190
Local Cost
$1,230
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
60
English
100
Temperature
11.7°C
Summer Avg
22.0°C
Winter Avg
0.5°C
Record High
37.2°C
Record Low
-20.5°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1173 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BKW
Distance
11 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 2026-03-21.
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 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 64/100.
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