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Big Sandy, WV

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Population
113
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,129 ft
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Big Sandy

Big Sandy is a tiny mountain community tucked away in McDowell County, deep in the hills of southern West Virginia. Home to fewer than 200 residents, it offers a quiet, rural lifestyle surrounded by rugged Appalachian scenery and dense forests. The area carries a long history rooted in the region's coal and railway past, but everyday life today is slow-paced and peaceful. It is best suited for anyone looking for complete privacy, a close-knit feel, and a simple routine well off the beaten path.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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