Cost of Living in Kanawha, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.9
100 = national avg
-2.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,068
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,797
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing94.2
Food100.0
Transportation100.1
Healthcare100.0
Utilities98.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$745
per month
2 Bedroom
$928
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kanawha is 97.9, which is 2.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,068 per year to cover basic expenses.