Cost of Living in Moundsville, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.8
100 = national avg
-22.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,216
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,875
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.8
Food87.1
Transportation74.3
Healthcare89.7
Utilities86.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$816
per month
2 Bedroom
$991
per month
The overall cost of living index in Moundsville is 77.8, which is 22.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,216 per year to cover basic expenses.