Boaz, West Virginia is a small city located in Barbour County. It has a population of just under 400 people, and it is known as the “Gateway to the Monongahela National Forest”. Boaz is a great place for outdoor recreation, with plenty of hiking trails and scenic vistas. According to Bestplaces.net, Boaz ranks very highly in many categories such as BestPlaces, Education, Cost of Living, Crime Rate, Employment Statistics and Climate. The city has an overall score of 70/100 which puts it in the top five percentile of cities nationwide. Boaz also receives great ratings for its low crime rate which makes it one of the safest places to live in West Virginia. In addition to safety, Boaz also offers a low cost of living and excellent educational opportunities which make it a desirable place for families to settle down. All in all, Boaz is an attractive small town with plenty of amenities that make it an ideal place to call home.
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