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Covington, VA vs Elkins, WV

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- Job Growth in Elkins has been positive.
- Elkins has 0.6% more unemployment than Covington.
- Elkins job growth has increased by 2.9% in the past 10 years.
 Covington, VAElkins, WVUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock7.1%6.0%
 Future Job Growth19.9%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-3.9%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-5.7%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock0.2%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth-9.2%  Unlock6.3%
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Delores · Athens, WV
Elkins does have it all
Over 18 years ago

I submitted my review in response to another review, Gina, regarding Elkins, WV, but I'm not sure it was actually submitted. It was lengthy and I cannot resubmit it at  More

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gina · Elkins, WV
Elkins, WV
Over 19 years ago

Elkins is a fairly small town and very safe place to live. We have a great college right here and it is a good place to live if you want a variety in weather and  More

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