Best Places to Live in Lavalette (zip 25535), West Virginia

Living in 25535 Lavalette, WV is an experience like no other. Located in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, this small rural town has a population of just over 1,700 people. Residents here have easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, and there is a strong sense of community among the locals. The area is home to several quaint restaurants and shops that offer local delicacies and handcrafted items, making it a great place to explore and discover new things. Although it can be quite isolated at times, the tranquil atmosphere of Lavalette provides residents with a unique opportunity to escape their busy lives and enjoy some much needed peace and quiet. Small river cities - Extreme western West Virginia along the Ohio River.

State: West Virginia
County: Wayne County
Metro Area: Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
City: Lavalette

Zip Codes: Lavalette (zip 25535)
Cost of Living: -17.5% lower
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 565 ft above sea level

Lavalette, Wv Housing Market

Least Expensive Homes	Homes Over 2,000 Sq. Ft.
Most Expensive Homes	Homes less than 10 yrs old
All Single Family Homes

Pros
Cost of living
Small-town atmosphere
Revitalizing downtown

Cons
Entertainment
Low educational attainment
Isolation

What Bert Has To Say About Huntington-Ashland Metro Area

Industrial Huntington, located along the Ohio River, is a transport center for traffic between Ohio, the Great Lakes, Kentucky, and points east of the Appalachians. The diverse industrial base includes chemicals, metal products, and glass and glass products manufacturing. The smaller Ashland, in Kentucky 10 miles downriver, plays a similar role.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Lavalette (zip 25535) is 6.2% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Lavalette (zip 25535) jobs have decreased by 0.5%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Lavalette (zip 25535)'s cost of living is 17.5% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Lavalette (zip 25535)'s Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

September, June and May are the most pleasant months in the 25535 zip code, while January and February are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Wayne county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 74.3% to 24.1%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Lavalette (zip 25535)'s population is 2,809 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 0.9%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 26.7 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Lavalette (zip 25535) is $194,200. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.1%.

SCHOOLS

Lavalette (zip 25535) public schools spend $12,267 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.1 students per teacher in Lavalette (zip 25535). More Education

Best Places to Live in Lavalette Rankings

#24	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
#228	2005 Best Places to Live
#364	Best Green Cities

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Housing Market in Lavalette

It's a good time to buy in Lavalette. Home Appreciation is up 10.1% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Lavalette is $194,200.

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Reviews for Lavalette 1 Reviews

Lavalette Rocks! - 5/28/2008
Lavalette is the perfect place to live! You get all the benefits of country living with access to major towns very nearby. Anything you could need is in Lavalette, but... Read More

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