Beckley, West Virginia

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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.

Beckley-Raleigh County, located in Southern West Virginia lies on the edge of the largest unbroken forest in the Eastern U.S. The forests continually replenish its air. With a uniquely healthy environment, thousands of acres of state and national parks, low crime, low cost of living, 10 minute rush hour traffic, low property taxes, abundant beauty, marvelous outdoor recreation create an excellent quality of life making it a desirable place to live, work and play.

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