Mason, WV is a small town located in Mason County, West Virginia. It has a population of just under 2,000 residents and is ranked #91 out of 644 cities in the state by BestPlaces.net. According to the rankings, Mason receives an overall grade of B- and scores highest in their diversity rating with an A-. This town also enjoys relatively affordable housing options with a median home cost of $84,000 and low crime rate with 1 violent crime per 1,000 people. The economy in Mason is mainly driven by agriculture and tourism with the presence of many nearby recreational parks and lakes providing jobs for locals. Overall, Mason provides its residents with a safe place to call home that enjoys attractive housing prices and plenty of outdoor activities to explore.
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