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Moving to Cairo, West Virginia

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Cairo, West Virginia is a small town located in the Eastern Panhandle region of the state. It is situated in Mineral County, just over 30 miles from Cumberland, Maryland. The town was founded in 1876 and originally called New Cairo. It was named after the city of Cairo, Egypt due to its location at the confluence of three rivers: the Potomac River, North Branch Potomac River, and Tonoloway Creek. The population of Cairo is currently around 1,000 people and it is known for its small-town charm and rural atmosphere.

The town has several historic buildings such as the Cairo House (built in 1873) which served as a hotel for many years, as well as several churches including St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (built in 1878) which still stands today. Other points of interest include the historic railroad depot which was built in 1880 and served as a stop on the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad line until 1962 when it closed due to lack of passengers.

Cairo is also home to two museums: The Mineral County Museum and The Mineral County Historical Society Museum both located on South Main Street which offer visitors an opportunity to learn about the history of this area.

The town hosts several annual events that residents enjoy attending such as their Fourth of July celebration which features fireworks shows, parades, food vendors and other activities that make this an enjoyable experience for all who attend. Additionally each October they hold their Apple Butter Festival where visitors can purchase homemade apple butter from local vendors and sample other homemade treats such as apple pies and cider doughnuts – all made with locally grown apples!

Cairo also offers plenty of outdoor activities for those looking to explore nature such as fishing at one of their two public fishing ponds or hiking along one of their many trails located nearby including New Creek Trail or the North Branch Trail System – both offer scenic views along with opportunities to observe wildlife up close!

In addition to its natural beauty Cairo also offers a variety of shopping options ranging from antique stores to gift shops or even a visit to one of their local wineries where you can sample some West Virginia wines while enjoying beautiful views of rolling hillsides!

Overall Cairo is a charming small town with plenty to offer visitors whether they are looking for outdoor recreation or simply want to explore some local history and culture – making it an ideal destination for anyone wanting a true West Virginia experience.

Population: 263. Estimated population in July 2024: 268 (+1.9% change)
Males: 121 (46.0%), Females: 142 (54.0%)

Ritchie County

Zip code: 26337

Demographics

Median resident age: 40.6 years
Median household income: $24,688
Median house value: $29,200

Population by Race

Races in Cairo:

  • White Non-Hispanic (100.0%)

Ancestries: United States (21.3%), Irish (10.6%), English (6.1%), German (3.4%), Scotch-Irish (2.7%), Dutch (2.3%).

Elevation: 678 feet

Land area: 0.5 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Cairo

  • High school or higher: 66.7%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 4.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 2.0%
  • Unemployed: 10.8%
  • Mean travel time to work: 44.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Cairo town

  • Never married: 19.5%
  • Now married: 58.8%
  • Separated: 1.8%
  • Widowed: 12.4%
  • Divorced: 7.5%

0.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -27 (-9.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Cairo:

  • MINNIE HAMILTON (about 22 miles; GRANTSVILLE, WV)
  • MARIETTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 25 miles; MARIETTA, OH)
  • SELBY GENERAL HOSPITAL (about 25 miles; MARIETTA, OH)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Cairo:

  • MID-OHIO VALLEY REGIONAL (about 21 miles; PARKERSBURG, WV; Abbreviation: PKB)
  • YEAGER (about 65 miles; CHARLESTON, WV; Abbreviation: CRW)
  • HARRISON/MARION REGIONAL (about 66 miles; CLARKSBURG, WV; Abbreviation: CKB)

Other public-use airports nearest to Cairo:

  • BOGGS FIELD (about 30 miles; SPENCER, WV; Abbreviation: 14P)
  • MONROE COUNTY (about 39 miles; WOODSFIELD, OH; Abbreviation: 4G5)
  • P W JOHNSON MEMORIAL (about 39 miles; NEW MARTINSVILLE, WV; Abbreviation: 75D)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Cairo:

  • WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY AT PARKERSBURG (about 27 miles; PARKERSBURG, WV; Full-time enrollment: 2,306)
  • OHIO UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 66 miles; ATHENS, OH; Full-time enrollment: 18,721)
  • WEST VIRGINIA STATE COLLEGE (about 70 miles; INSTITUTE, WV; Full-time enrollment: 3,688)
  • FAIRMONT STATE COLLEGE (about 73 miles; FAIRMONT, WV; Full-time enrollment: 5,317)
  • HOCKING TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 77 miles; NELSONVILLE, OH; Full-time enrollment: 4,050)
  • WEST LIBERTY STATE COLLEGE (about 77 miles; WEST LIBERTY, WV; Full-time enrollment: 2,453)
  • WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY (about 88 miles; MORGANTOWN, WV; Full-time enrollment: 19,666)

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