City vs city
Parkersburg, WV vs Morgantown, WV
| Parkersburg | Morgantown | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,461 | 30,273 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.8% | 0.2% |
| Median home value | $113,900 | $238,200 |
| Median rent | $746 | $888 |
| Household income | $44,675 | $42,245 |
| Unemployment | 8.0% | 7.6% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 12% | 26% |
| State crime /100k | 1,359 | 1,359 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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