Glen Jean, WV Economy


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Located in Fayette County, West Virginia, Glen Jean is a small town with a population of less than 400 people. It's known for its beautiful mountain scenery and proximity to the New River Gorge National Park. The 2 bedroom rent in Glen Jean is relatively affordable at $880 compared to the US average of $1,430 per month. Grocery costs are also reasonable compared to the rest of the nation with an index of 93 versus 100 in the US. Popular companies located in Glen Jean include T&S Construction Services and Riverside Excavation LLC. Attractions in Glen Jean include Grandview Park which offers spectacular views of the region and an interesting history lesson about coal mining in Appalachia from its interpretive center.

Glen Jean has an unemployment rate of 7.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Glen Jean has seen the job market decrease by -4.6% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 18.3%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Glen Jean
- The Sales Tax Rate for Glen Jean is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Glen Jean is 6.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Glen Jean
- The average income of a Glen Jean resident is $21,930 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Glen Jean resident is $0 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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