Inzer

Inzer is an unincorporated community in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States. It is located in the southern part of the state within the Appalachian Mountains and the coalfield region that defines much of McDowell County. The community arose during the coal mining era that shaped many towns in this part of Appalachia, with settlement patterns and local infrastructure developing to support mining operations and associated services.

As an unincorporated area, Inzer does not have its own municipal government. Local governance and public services are provided by McDowell County and state authorities. The economic history of Inzer has been tied to coal mining and related industries, which were the primary drivers of employment and regional growth during the peak years of coal production. In the late 20th century, as the coal industry contracted, many communities in the region faced economic and demographic changes, and Inzer reflected these broader regional trends.

Today, Inzer is primarily a residential and rural community set in a hilly, forested landscape typical of southeastern West Virginia. Residents rely on nearby towns for schooling, shopping, and services, while the surrounding countryside remains characteristic of the Appalachian region with a legacy shaped by past industrial activity.