West Virginia is essentially comprised of small towns. And small is often a good thing; the larger a city gets, the more dangerous it tends to be. There are many factors that have to be taken into account when considering what deems a place happy: safety, economy, job availability, divorce rate, median income, poverty rate, etc. Based on these, it is safe to say whether the people in a certain place are happy or not. According to Homesnacks.net, and the research they conducted, it seems that Bridgeport is the place to be.
Bridgeport is located in northern West Virginia, a few miles southwest of Morgantown.
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Bridgeport is a small town born in the post-Revolutionary War period. It is one of those towns that continues to expand and grow, while still maintaining its small community feel.
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The town’s average home values are around $199,000, the best in the state. It has a low unemployment rate (just 4.1 percent), high average incomes, and 79 percent of residents own their own homes. Its schools are also great for your kids, being in the top 8 percent of 21,000 schools in the region. According to Zippia.com, it is the best place to live in the state.
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Aside from this, there are many parks and things to do around town and nearby. There are also several historical landmarks to see, such as the Simpson Creek Baptist Church, the Bridgeport Lamp Chimney Company Bowstring Concrete Arch Bridge, and The Governor Joseph Johnson House.
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All in all, if you are looking for a nice community to settle down and enjoy life, it seems that Bridgeport is the town for you.
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To learn more about Bridgeport, visit the city website here.
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Which city do you think is the happiest? Feel free to comment below and join the discussion.
To learn more about West Virginia, check out these 8 rural towns that are downright delightful.
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