25517, Genoa, WV

The 25517 zip code of Genoa, WV is located in the Eastern Panhandle region of West Virginia. The population of this zip code was 9,948 as of the 2010 census. The median household income in this zip code was $39,868 as of 2010. Home equity and home prices in the 25517 zip code have been increasing at a rate faster than the national average over the past few years.

According to Zillow, home equity and home prices in Genoa have increased by an average of 7.5% annually from 2009 to 2013. This is significantly higher than the national average annual increase of 5%. In addition, Zillow reports that during this same time period, Genoa has had one of the highest percentage increases in home values among all U.S. ZIP codes with a population over 10,000 people (14%).

There are several reasons why home equity and home prices have been increasing faster in Genoa than elsewhere in West Virginia or nationally. First and foremost, Genoa is located within a desirable area with plenty of amenities and job opportunities. Additionally, homes in Genoa are typically newer and larger than those found elsewhere in West Virginia or nationally, which leads to higher values due to demand from buyers and investors alike. Finally, there has been an influx of new residents into this area who are willing to pay more for homes due to their proximity to major cities like Pittsburgh and Washington D.C., both within driving distance."