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Summersville, WV

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Population
3,297
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,879 ft
Median Home Value
$230,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$395/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,571
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in West VirginiaPopulation rankingHighest population places in West VirginiaNearest larger communityBeckley, West Virginia40 miles away · 16,373 residents.

About Summersville

Summersville is a city and the county seat of Nicholas County, West Virginia, situated just north of the Gauley River. Named in honor of Judge Lewis Summers and hosting the annual Nicholas County Potato Festival, the residential and commercial community of approximately 3,373 is served by the Nicholas County Schools district locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Heat ImpactA+97.8rating

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