Hurricane, West Virginia Homes For Sale & Real Estate

The city of Hurricane has a population of 6,900 (2021). The demographics are mostly white (96.4%), black (1.7%), Asian (0.7%) and Hispanic (0.6%). The median age here is 43 and residents here tend to lead conservative. Putnam County residents voted Republican in the last five presidential elections.

The median home value in Hurricane is $149,500. 74% of local residents own their home. Those who rent pay an average of $724 per month. With a crime rate that's 55% lower than the United States average, Hurricane is considered a safe place to live. Browse the latest real estate listings in Hurricane, WV.

Schools & Education

Schools in Hurricane are considered to be above average. They boast an 85% graduation rate, which is 3% higher than the U.S. average and 9% higher than the state of West Virginia. The top public schools here are West Teays Elementary School, Scott Teays Elementary School, Winfield Elementary School, Winfield Middle School, and Poca Middle School.

Local Economy & Job Opportunities

The cost of living in Hurricane is 10% lower than the national average, and the median income here is $50,469. The average income per capita is $29,301. The city of Hurricane has an unemployment rate that's 61% lower than the United States average. Primary industries include healthcare, public administration, professional, scientific, and technical services, construction, and accommodation and food services.

Things to Do in Hurricane

Families living in Hurricane love spending time at City Park which offers playgrounds, a splash park, athletic fields, picnic areas, and a Caboose Museum. The downtown area is also thriving and vibrant, featuring lots of local shops and restaurants, live music venues, and seasonal events throughout the year. Valley Park & Waves of Fun is the area's largest water park and also features athletic fields, walking trails, ponds, and a dog park.

Hurricane, WV Real Estate Services

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