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The nation's largest study exploring what makes homeowners happy where it matters most — in their homes.

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Happy Home Scores are based on participants' answers to four key questions:

  • Question 1:

    How do you feel about where you live?

    Best Place to Live
    Worst Place to Live
    National Average

    State Average:

    7.7 out of 10

    say "It's the best place to live"

  • Question 2:

    How proud are you of your home?

    Proud
    Not Proud
    National Average

    State Average:

    70%

    "My home makes me proud"

  • Question 3:

    Do you agree with the statement "my home is my favorite place."

    Agree
    Disagree
    National Average

    State Average:

    58%

    "My home is my favorite place to be"

  • Question 4:

    How interested are you in remaining in your community for the next 5 years?

    Interested
    Disinterested
    National Average

    State Average:

    68%

    "I plan to stay in my community for the next 5 years"

What Makes West Virginia's Homeowners Happy?

Our research shows that homeowner happiness boils down to a combination of three important factors:

Affordable, well-functioning homes offering enjoyable accommodations

31 years

average home age

77%

have renovated their homes

69%

are happy with their home's size and layout

69%

say they have adequate storage

$122,900

Average Home Price (U.S. Census)

21%

"The cost of living is reasonable"

A sense of diversity, safety and a strong neighborhood network

Diversity

51%

"I feel that my community is racially diverse"

49%

"I feel that my community is religiously diverse"

Safety

70%

"I live in a community that makes me feel safe"

67%

"My community offers good fire, police and medical services"

Neighborhood

58%

"I have neighbors I
enjoy"

69%

"I trust my neighbors"

1,844,128

Population (U.S. Census)

Practical commutes and access to important attractions and services

Commuting and travel times

56%

live and work in close proximity

64%

have a reasonable commute

84%

have easy access to highways

Access to Attractions and Services

84%

live within one hour of a major metro area

73%

have access to shopping that meets their needs

59%

live close to body of water

40 Minutes

Average travel time to work

Want to know more? See Our Methodology.

Note about this state's report

The homeowner sample size for this state was too small to yield an accurate report; therefore, the numbers above reflect the regional data collected for the Homeowner Happiness Index.

Find General Contractors in West Virginia

Top 20 Requested Professionals & Locations in West Virginia

1. Roofing in Charleston, WV
2. Additions & Remodeling in Charleston, WV
3. Roofing in Morgantown, WV
4. Plumbing in Charleston, WV
5. Handyman Services in Charleston, WV
6. Cleaning & Maid Services in Morgantown, WV
7. Additions & Remodeling in Morgantown, WV
8. Cleaning & Maid Services in Charleston, WV
9. Electrical in Charleston, WV
10. Painting in Morgantown, WV
11. Lawn & Garden Care in Charleston, WV
12. Roofing in Huntington, WV
13. Handyman Services in Morgantown, WV
14. Plumbing in Morgantown, WV
15. Tree Service in Charleston, WV
16. Air Conditioning in Charleston, WV
17. Painting in Charleston, WV
18. Additions & Remodeling in Huntington, WV
19. Concrete in Morgantown, WV
20. Heating & Furnace Systems in Charleston, WV

Top 20 Local Projects in West Virginia

1. Hire a Handyman in Charleston
2. Install, Repair or Replace Plumbing or Fixtures in Charleston
3. Install or Replace Metal Roofing in Charleston
4. Install or Replace an Asphalt Shingle Roof in Charleston
5. Hire a Handyman in Morgantown
6. One Time Interior House Cleaning in Morgantown
7. Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures in Morgantown
8. Clean House Interior (Maid Service) in Morgantown
9. Hire a Handyman in Fairmont
10. Repair an Asphalt Shingle Roof in Fairmont
11. Install or Replace an Asphalt Shingle Roof in Fairmont
12. Mow Grass and Maintain Landscaping in Fairmont
13. Hire a Handyman in Huntington
14. Install, Repair or Replace Plumbing or Fixtures in Huntington
15. Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures in Huntington
16. Install or Replace an Asphalt Shingle Roof in Huntington
17. Hire a Handyman in Martinsburg
18. Repair an Asphalt Shingle Roof in Martinsburg
19. Mow Grass and Maintain Landscaping in Martinsburg
20. Repair or Service a Central Air Conditioning System in Martinsburg

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West Virginia Contractors

Apolinar's Carpet & Flooring, LLC B&B; General Contracting Beauty Mountain Landscaping C R Hayes Construction, LLC Diamond C Construction, LLC JS Electrical, LLC Lombardo Home Inspection Service Mr. Handyman of Kanawha Valley Procon Services, LLC in Morgantown Stone Enterprises, Inc.