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Wood County is located in the state of West Virginia and is known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic landscapes. Visitors to the county can explore historical landmarks such as the Oil and Gas Museum, which provides insight into the region's industrial history. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the picturesque beauty of Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, offering recreational activities and educational tours. The county hosts the annual Parkersburg Homecoming festival, showcasing live music, delicious food, and family-friendly activities. With its vibrant mix of history, natural beauty, and community events, Wood County offers an engaging experience for locals and tourists alike.

Wood County (WV) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages6
Population82,000
Area374 sq mi
Density219 /sq mi
Altitude620 ft
GDP$6 Billion
Median Household Income$51,000
Poverty rate14%
Unemployment rate5%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)19%
Crime rate3,400 per 100,000

Environmental risk in Wood County, WV

Overall riskVery Low
Expected Annual LossVery Low
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Low
Community ResilienceVery High
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskNot Applicable
Cold Wave RiskRelatively Low
Drought RiskNo Rating
Earthquake RiskVery Low
Hail RiskVery Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Low
Hurricane RiskVery Low
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Moderate
Landslide RiskRelatively Moderate
Lightning RiskRelatively Moderate
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively Low
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Low
Tornado RiskRelatively Low
Tsunami RiskNot Applicable
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskVery Low
Winter Weather RiskVery Low

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Wood County administration contact details

Wood County administration contact detailsAddress: 1 Court Square, Parkersburg, WV 26101
County seatParkersburg
Phone number304-424-1850
Email address[email protected]
Official websitehttps://www.woodcountywv.com
County clerkMark Rhodes
County auditorJohn Reed
County permits office or building department contact details304-424-1860
County commissionerRobert Tebay

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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Wood County:

  • PARKERSBURG

    Parkersburg is a City in Wood county with -40 000 inhabitants.

  • VIENNA

    Vienna is a City in Wood county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • WILLIAMSTOWN

    Williamstown is a City in Wood county with -3 000 inhabitants.

  • NORTH HILLS

    North Hills is a Town in Wood county with -1 000 inhabitants.

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