Cost of Living in Bolivar, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.6
100 = national avg
+25.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,273
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,646
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing139.4
Food112.4
Transportation124.8
Healthcare109.9
Utilities115.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$953
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,251
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bolivar is 125.6, which is 25.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,273 per year to cover basic expenses.