The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25523 sells for about $129,800, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 92 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 25523 — Hamlin
The housing market in 25523 is characterized by low inventory and slow, steady price appreciation consistent with a rural, stable population. Market activity is limited, with few closed sales per month and a reliance on local employment sectors. No major developments are currently impacting the area, and the market remains largely unaffected by broader urban real estate trends.
This ZIP is best suited for long-term residents, retirees, or those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle who are comfortable with a commute to larger regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 92 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 21.7% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 25523, Lincoln County WV
Crime rates in Lincoln County are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools in the area are part of the Lincoln County School District, which serves a rural population and faces challenges typical of small, geographically dispersed districts.
The area is subject to flood risks near the Guyandotte and Mud rivers, and property owners are encouraged to maintain adequate insurance coverage for regional weather events.
Economic momentum is limited, with the local economy centered on government services, education, and small-scale retail; there is minimal large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed by the Lincoln County Assessor based on a percentage of fair market value, with specific levies determined by local school and county board budgets.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with travel times to regional employment hubs like Huntington averaging 30 to 45 minutes.
Local recreation is centered on outdoor activities, including access to nearby river areas for fishing and local parks for community gatherings.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and limited turnover, with most units consisting of single-family homes rather than large apartment complexes.
The economy is primarily driven by local government, public education, and small-scale agricultural or service-based businesses.
Transportation is heavily reliant on state routes and local roads; there is no significant public transit infrastructure.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP.
The Lincoln County Assessor's office manages property valuations, typically reassessing based on state-mandated cycles.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district tax levies; there are no significant MUD or PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood risks and the rural nature of the geography.
Data derived from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables and local population reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Historic center of the county seat.
Provides local fishing and outdoor recreation access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.