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Introduction to Buckhannon, West Virginia
Buckhannon, West Virginia, in Upshur county, is located 87 miles NE of Charleston, West Virginia (center to center) and is 100 miles S of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The city is home to approximately 5,725 residents.
Buckhannon History
Buckhannon was first settled in the 1760s. The city was established on January 15, 1816. The Virginia General Assembly chartered the city in 1852. It was originally a part of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The city became apart of West Virginia on June 20, 1863. Buckhannon was incorporated on March 9, 1933. It was named after a Delaware chief. The city is the county seat of Upshur County, which was founded in 1851. The first courthouse of the area was built in 1854.
Buckhannon and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Buckhannon
The Stonecoal Lake Wildlife Management Area offers water - related recreation opportunities such as fishing and boating. It also offers facilities for hunting. One can visit the Hardwood forests provides excellent opportunities for hunting turkey, waterfowl, deer, and squirrel. The North Buckhannon Riverfront Park is also worth visiting. The Ev - Un Breth Golf Course provides excellent facilities for golf enthusiasts.In addition, the city hosts the Upshur County Fair in the month of July, and the West Virginia Strawberry Festival in the month of May.
Buckhannon Transportation
Flights can be availed through Morgantown Municipal Airport.
Buckhannon Higher Education
West Virginia Wesleyan College is the local higher education institution. Others in the neighborhood include Glenville State College, Fairmont State College, and Salem International University.
Buckhannon strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in West Virginia):
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| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Buckhannon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in West Virginia (State):
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