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Ripley, West Virginia, in Jackson county, is 32 miles N of Charleston, West Virginia (center to center) and 104 miles SE of Columbus, Ohio. There are an estimated 3,263 people in the city.
In Ripley, about 53% of adults are married.
Ripley has a larger percentage of females than most places. The city has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.
In 2000, Ripley had a median family income of $37,027.
In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($3,000) in Ripley. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.
Approximately 70% of housing in Ripley is owner-occupied. The city contains many homes that have been built in recent years. Property taxes are a bit high in Ripley, which may indicate the community's investment in its schools and infrastructure.
In Ripley, 93% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. The commute to work is less of a chore in Ripley than other cities.
Comparing Ripley to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in West Virginia (State):
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