Reader, WV has an overall BestPlaces ranking of 6/10. This ranking is based on factors such as cost of living, crime rate, education level, employment, housing and weather. The average commute time in Reader is 16 minutes and the city has an unemployment rate of 9.3%. The cost of living in Reader is 8% lower than the national average and the median home price is $74,100. Education level is above average with a high school graduation rate of 86%. The crime rate in Reader is 33% lower than the national average, which makes it a safe place to live. In terms of housing, 93% of homes are owner-occupied while only 7% are rented out. Lastly, Reader experiences a humid climate throughout the year with milder summers and cooler winters. All these factors together make Reader an attractive destination for those looking to settle down permanently or temporarily.
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