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Madison, WV

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Population
2,678
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
699 ft
Median Home Value
$147,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$944/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$58,872
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Madison

Madison serves as the quiet, tight-knit seat of Boone County, nestled in the Appalachian hills where Spruce and Pond forks come together to form the Little Coal River. Home to around 3,000 residents, this welcoming community pairs a rich history with a peaceful, laid-back pace of life. The town center gathers around the county courthouse, local diners, and family-owned businesses, giving newcomers an immediate sense of small-town hospitality.

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Living in Madison puts you right in the heart of southern West Virginia's scenic outdoors. Residents enjoy easy access to kayaking and fishing along the river, nearby Hatfield-McCoy ATV trail systems, and lively local school athletics. When you need big-box shopping, specialized healthcare, or regional flights, the state capital of Charleston is an easy 40-minute drive north along Corridor G, making Madison a practical choice for anyone seeking quiet river valley living.

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Lower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+98.8rating

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