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Population: 17,254 Located in Raleigh County
Raleigh County experienced vigorous job growth during the '90s. Based on a national forecast, the Beckley-Raleigh County region is likely to add more jobs and see more increases in inflation-adjusted, per capita income. Manufacturing jobs are expected to be a bright spot for the region, with jobs growing at a faster rate than currently expected for the state or the nation. In recent years, new jobs have been created in: value added wood products manufacturing, teleservices, tourism, scientific services and electronics assembly which accounts for the stable and steady economic growth this region is experiencing. |