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Oceana, WV

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Population
1,382
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,265 ft
Median Home Value
$66,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$884/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$32,875
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Oceana

Oceana sits in a wide mountain valley along the Clear Fork in southern West Virginia's Wyoming County. Settled in the late 1700s, it started out as the county's original seat of government, complete with an early courthouse and trading post. The flat valley floor made it a natural gathering spot in an otherwise steep, rugged region, and that accessible layout still makes getting around town straightforward today.

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Life in Oceana today moves at a relaxed, friendly pace rooted in traditional mountain living. You will find everyday essentials and local diners along the main road, with nearby spots like R.D. Bailey Lake offering boating, fishing, and hiking close to home. It is a quiet, down-to-earth community where neighbors know each other, making it an appealing option for anyone seeking small-town living in the Appalachian hills.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingFewer Projected Mid-Century Days ≥95°FA+97.1rating

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