Cost of Living in Gauley Bridge, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
47.4
100 = national avg
-52.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$20,865
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$49,318
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing42.3
Food64.9
Transportation29.8
Healthcare71.9
Utilities67.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$697
per month
2 Bedroom
$915
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gauley Bridge is 47.4, which is 52.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 42.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $20,865 per year to cover basic expenses.