Beaver, WV is a small city located in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia. It has an estimated population of around 500 people, making it one of the smaller cities in the state. Despite its size, Beaver holds a high ranking on many bestplaces rankings. According to BestPlaces' BestPlaces Score, Beaver ranks higher than 91 percent of other cities in the state and has a high rating for amenities such as restaurants, education, employment opportunities, crime rates and housing options. City-Data's overall rankings place Beaver near the top with an A+ rating for cost of living and A ratings for weather, education and housing. The city also receives favorable ratings from BestPlaces which evaluates schools, safety and local amenities for their rankings. Overall, it is clear that Beaver maintains high rankings from several outside sources despite its small size.
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