Cost of Living in Friendly, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.3
100 = national avg
-9.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,743
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,938
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing91.5
Food92.7
Transportation85.3
Healthcare94.1
Utilities93.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$706
per month
2 Bedroom
$869
per month
The overall cost of living index in Friendly is 90.3, which is 9.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 91.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,743 per year to cover basic expenses.