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Elkins, WV
Elkins · Randolph County · WV 26241
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$143K
Median Price
61/100
Walk Score
8/10
Schools
30 min
to Morgantown
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
80/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
CWalkability
61/100
WYLT Score80/100
Our Take
Elkins is a quiet, affordable town with decent schools, but it lacks good public transit, has limited job prospects, and a fairly high unemployment rate. If you’re a low‑income buyer or a retiree who doesn’t need a big city’s amenities, it could work; otherwise you’ll likely want to look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Median home price well below national average
- ✓Good school ratings for a small town
- ✓Low overall crime rates
- ✓Plenty of quiet, rural lifestyle
Real Talk
- !Unemployment is around 8% – not many jobs locally
- !No reliable public transit or major highway access
- !Nightlife and dining options are very limited
- !Older population means fewer young families and less cultural diversity
- $Higher property taxes for small local governments
- $Potentially limited broadband speed for remote work
- $Infrastructure maintenance (roads, utilities) may be delayed
Best For
budget buyersretireessmall familiesremote workers with decent internet
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Elkins, WV
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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