Cost of Living in Elk Garden, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.9
100 = national avg
-27.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,087
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,843
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing39.1
Food94.9
Transportation89.8
Healthcare95.9
Utilities84.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$695
per month
2 Bedroom
$869
per month
The overall cost of living index in Elk Garden is 72.9, which is 27.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 39.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,087 per year to cover basic expenses.