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Gary, West Virginia

City · Population 687 · #126 in West Virginia
Gary, West Virginia

Gary is a city located along the Tug Fork River in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States. According to the 2020 census, the city had a population of 762.

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About Gary

Set in the southwestern part of West Virginia, Gary is a tiny community counting 687 people who proudly call it home.

Officially, Gary is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.84 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 818 residents per square mile.

What Makes Gary Unique

  • Positioned in southwestern West Virginia, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
  • Part of the fabric of West Virginia — one of 439 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

  • Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
  • Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 5 miles.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeCity
Population (2024)687
Rank in state#126 of 230
Land area0.84 sq mi
Density818/sq mi
Coordinates37.3632, -81.5357

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