Cost of Living in Alum Creek, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.4
100 = national avg
+9.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,120
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,737
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.8
Food105.2
Transportation115.3
Healthcare104.2
Utilities105.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$829
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,036
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alum Creek is 109.4, which is 9.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,120 per year to cover basic expenses.