Cost of Living in Nitro, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.5
100 = national avg
-15.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,192
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,908
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing82.4
Food89.9
Transportation79.9
Healthcare91.9
Utilities90.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$829
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,036
per month
The overall cost of living index in Nitro is 84.5, which is 15.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,192 per year to cover basic expenses.