South Charleston, W. Va.

Nearest major city: Charleston
Population: 11,674
Median family income: $62,030
Median home price: $130,000
Unemployment rate: 7.1%
Violent crime index: 44

South Charleston is on the south bank of the Kanawha River. The area is part of the Kanawha County Schools District. Many chain stores can be found at the Trace Fork Plaza, Riverwalk Plaza, and South Ridge Center, while antique, craft, and specialty stores are located in The Mound Area and Spring Hill.

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