Mercer
7.2
High score (8-10)
Mercer County anchors the southern WV tri-cities area where Bluefield straddles the Virginia border, and Bluefield State University keeps some younger population present. The Virginia border proximity means the county pulls social traffic from Tazewell and VA coalfield communities. For the southern WV coalfields, this is about as much urban infrastructure as it gets.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Mercer County is the southern WV tri-cities anchor with Bluefield straddling the Virginia border and Bluefield State University keeping some younger population present. The VA border proximity means slightly broader social draw than pure WV counties. But Princeton and Bluefield are economically struggling former railroad and coal towns with thin commercial infrastructure. More social density than surrounding rural counties, not enough to make it a priority.
Lower score (below 6)
Princeton and Bluefield are economically struggling former railroad and coal towns where the commercial infrastructure is thin and the social scene is small. Bluefield State University is present but it's a small commuter institution that doesn't generate much campus social life. The Virginia border proximity doesn't significantly open the social pool. This is the best you get in southern WV outside Beckley, which tells you about the ceiling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Mercer, WestVirginia?
$35k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Mercer, WestVirginia?
Women marry at 26
How common is a college degree in Mercer, WestVirginia?
19% men have degree
What's the average male height in Mercer, WestVirginia?
178 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Mercer, WestVirginia?
Local women avg 29.3