The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 25882 sells for about $145,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $510 a month.
ZIP 25882 — Mullens
The housing market in 25882 is characterized by low inventory and slow, steady price appreciation. Demand is driven by local residents and retirees, with limited new construction activity keeping the market balanced. Current conditions reflect a stable, rural market with minimal volatility.
This area is best suited for budget-conscious buyers, retirees, and those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with access to outdoor amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.9% · poverty 22.3% — a stable, low-distress 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 2.6%/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 2.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 25882, Raleigh County, WV
Crime rates in this rural West Virginia area are generally lower than the national average, with property-related incidents being the most common reports.
Schools serving this area are part of the local county district, which faces challenges typical of rural Appalachian districts regarding funding and student performance metrics.
The area is subject to seasonal flood risks near river valleys and requires standard wildfire awareness; property insurance premiums are stable but sensitive to regional weather events.
Economic momentum is modest, primarily driven by local government, education, and small-scale service industries with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on a percentage of fair market value, with specific exemptions available for homesteads and seniors.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents often traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment via state routes.
The area offers access to rugged outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and proximity to state forests and river access points.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and limited inventory, with demand primarily driven by local workforce needs.
The local economy is anchored by public sector employment, healthcare services, and small-scale retail, with limited industrial diversification.
Transportation infrastructure is limited to state and county road networks; there is no significant public transit system.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP code.
The county appraisal district conducts periodic assessments to determine property values for tax purposes, following state-mandated guidelines.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district tax levies, with no significant MUD or PID special districts reported.
Property insurance remains available, though premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments.
Net domestic migration is relatively stable, with modest shifts reflecting regional economic trends.
West Virginia operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice requirements for lenders.
Sellers are required to provide a standard property disclosure form detailing known material defects at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Provides hiking trails and picnic areas for local residents.
Popular for seasonal fishing and recreational boating.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.