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Introduction to Dunbar, West Virginia
Dunbar, West Virginia, in Kanawha county, is located 5 miles W of Charleston, West Virginia (center to center) and is 129 miles SE of Columbus, Ohio. The people of the city are in the Charleston metropolitan area. Dunbar has a population of 8,154.
Dunbar History
Dunbar was named in honor of Dunbar Baines, a well known prominent Charleston based banker and lawyer. The city was officially incorporated in 1921. It was originally a farming community. Industries began in 1912 with the opening of bottling and glass plants. The city is located in Kanawha County, which was founded in 1789.
Dunbar and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Dunbar
One can shop at the Dunbar Village Shopping Center while in the city. The Dunbar Park provides amenities for several different types of recreational opportunities. History buffs should visit the Avampato Discovery Museum and Museum in the Community. One can also plan a day trip to the Buffington Island. The Kanawha State Forest is nearby. The Hawks Nest State Park, Chief Logan State Park, and Beech Fork State Park are around an hour's drive away.
Dunbar Transportation
Tri - State Airport/Milton J. Ferguson Field provides facilities for air transportation.
Dunbar Higher Education
Higher studies can be pursued through West Virginia State College, West Virginia University at Parkersburg, and Marshall University.
Dunbar strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in West Virginia):
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| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 2% |  |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 13% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Dunbar to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in West Virginia (State):
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