Cost of Living in Charleston, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.4
100 = national avg
-2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,860
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,306
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing94.7
Food99.3
Transportation98.6
Healthcare99.4
Utilities98.5
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 Charleston is 97.4, which is 2.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,860 per year to cover basic expenses.