The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25653 sells for about $125,000, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 92 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 25653 — Wilkinson
The housing market in 25653 remains stable but faces downward pressure on prices due to limited economic growth and a declining population base. Sales volume is low, and properties are staying on the market longer, reflecting a cautious environment for both buyers and sellers.
This area is best suited for local workers and families seeking affordable housing in a rural, mountainous setting, though it offers limited appeal for investors or those requiring proximity to major urban employment centers.
Median prices moved down 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 92 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 94.5% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.0% · poverty 0.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 25653, Logan County WV
Crime rates in the Logan area are generally consistent with regional trends in rural West Virginia, though property crime remains a primary concern for local law enforcement.
Schools serving the area are part of the Logan County School District, which faces challenges typical of rural Appalachian districts regarding funding and student performance outcomes.
The area is subject to periodic flood risks associated with the Guyandotte River basin and mountainous terrain, necessitating flood insurance for many properties in low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is limited, with the area historically reliant on the coal industry; current efforts focus on regional infrastructure maintenance and small-scale economic diversification.
Property taxes are assessed by Logan County based on a statewide appraisal formula; the area benefits from relatively low effective tax rates compared to national averages.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling along WV-10 and US-119 to reach employment hubs in larger regional centers.
Local recreation is centered on outdoor activities in the surrounding Appalachian mountains, including access to nearby wildlife management areas and local community parks.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and limited inventory, with demand driven primarily by local workforce needs.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the legacy of the coal industry, with current employment concentrated in public services, healthcare, and retail.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use; public transit options are extremely limited, relying on regional bus services.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential rehabilitation and public infrastructure maintenance rather than large-scale commercial expansion.
The Logan County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system consistent with West Virginia state law.
Parcels are subject to Logan County school and municipal tax levies, with no significant MUD or PID presence.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood and wildfire risks, with availability remaining stable but costs rising in line with national trends.
The state experiences net domestic out-migration, driven by shifts in the regional industrial base.
West Virginia operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice requirements for borrowers.
Sellers are required to provide a standard residential property disclosure form covering known material defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 25653.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A major regional attraction offering camping, hiking, and seasonal events.
Provides opportunities for fishing and local water-based recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.