Cost of Living in Kingwood, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
92.1
100 = national avg
-7.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,541
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,824
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.2
Food101.5
Transportation110.1
Healthcare101.2
Utilities95.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$877
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,099
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kingwood is 92.1, which is 7.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,541 per year to cover basic expenses.