Fayette County, with a population of 47,158, is the 11th largest county in West Virginia. It is an activity center for outdoor sports and the recognized hub of the state’s whitewater rafting industry.
Home to the landmark, New River Gorge Bridge, Fayette County hosts Bridge Day each fall. During Bridge Day, base jumpers from around the world visit for the opportunity to jump from the Bridge.
The area is diversified and not dominated by one industry. Top employers in the county are the Fayette County Board of Education, Montgomery General Hospital, Mt. Olive Correctional Center and Global Contact Services.
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