Life

Life in the RED Region
The RED region offers a quality of living equal to many larger cities at a fraction of the cost. In fact, it’s possible to have the advantages of both small- town and big-city amenities.

Within a 50-mile radius, the area is abundant in distinguished educational institutions, world-class medical facilities, and ethnic and cultural diversity.

Our low cost of living and short commutes combine to create one of the most livable areas in America.

When you add the natural beauty and wonder, breathtaking vistas in both urban and rural communities, an abundance of nightlife, cultural districts, sports and recreation, you can see why the RED area is such a desirable place to live and work.

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Affordable Cost of Living
6th Nationally in affordable housing costs
New and existing housing priced below national average
Low property taxes
Ranked 22nd of 351 metro areas for most affordable cost of living
According to ACCRA, The Council for Community and Economic Research, the West Virginia region is a very affordable place to live compared with major metropolitan areas throughout the United States.

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Low Crime Rate
One of America’s safest areas, according to national crime statistics.
Ranks as Second Lowest in the Country. (FBI Uniform Crime Statistics)