Living here
Nearest 4-year college6 mi
Nearest community college16 mi
Nearest technical college2 mi
High school graduates92.3%
College graduates37.8%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
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Putnam County Development Authority
The Putnam County Development Authority (PCDA) is a quasi-government agency established in 1961 that focuses on creating jobs, increasing the tax base, and facilitating development in Putnam County by attracting and retaining businesses and developing infrastructure.
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America Electric Power Economic Development
AEP's Economic Development page presents site selection services and energy solutions to help businesses locate facilities within its 11-state service area, with a focus on supporting growth.
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New River Gorge Regional Eco Dev Auth
The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority initiates, facilitates, and support the community and economic development efforts in the New River Gorge region of West Virginia, serving Fayette, Nicholas, Raleigh, and Summers counties.
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West Virginia Development Office
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all West Virginians by strengthening our communities and expanding the state's economy to create more and better jobs.
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West Virginia Economic Development Council
The West Virginia Economic Development Council brings economic development professionals and organizations from around the state to share and collaborate on programs and issues, and promotes activities to retain, expand, and attract business in West Virginia. It states that it is the only professional organization in the state with the sole function of promoting economic development and serving economic development professionals across West Virginia.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes