Cost of Living in Fairlea, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
64.4
100 = national avg
-35.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$28,337
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$66,977
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.4
Food67.7
Transportation35.5
Healthcare74.2
Utilities76.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$735
per month
2 Bedroom
$924
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairlea is 64.4, which is 35.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $28,337 per year to cover basic expenses.