Cost of Living in Henderson, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
70.5
100 = national avg
-29.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,005
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$73,284
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.2
Food76.3
Transportation52.5
Healthcare81.0
Utilities81.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$793
per month
2 Bedroom
$869
per month
The overall cost of living index in Henderson is 70.5, which is 29.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,005 per year to cover basic expenses.