Cost of Living in Baxter, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
43.0
100 = national avg
-57.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$18,935
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$44,755
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing47.6
Food60.0
Transportation20.0
Healthcare64.4
Utilities62.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$838
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,007
per month
The overall cost of living index in Baxter is 43.0, which is 57.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 47.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $18,935 per year to cover basic expenses.