The population of Beckley, WV was estimated to be 17,000 in 2022. The median age of the Beckley population is 41.7.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Beckley, WV is about 18% lower than the national average. The median household income in Beckley is $42,972.
Beckley, WV Education
High School Graduate: 36%
Some College: 25%
Associates Degree: 9%
Bachelor's or Higher Degree: 30%
Workforce Participation Rates by Education
Less than High School: 26%
High School Graduate: 60%
Some College: 77%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 88%
Unemployment Rate by Education
Less than High School: 31%
High School Graduate: 2%
Some College: 5%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 1%
Estimated education data based on residents over 25 years old in Beckley, WV. Employment data based on residents age 25-64.
Beckley Job Market
Beckley is a city in southern West Virginia with a population of around 15,000. Top industries in Beckley include Government, Health Services, Education, and Trade, Transportation, and Utilities. The job market in Beckley is growing steadily. People like working in Beckley because of its affordability, arts scene, proximity to the mountains, and unique Appalachian culture. Overall, average weekly wages for most occupations and cost of living are lower in Beckley than in the rest of the US.
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