Cost of Living in Paw Paw, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.1
100 = national avg
-8.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,073
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,718
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.2
Food97.8
Transportation95.5
Healthcare98.2
Utilities94.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$732
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Paw Paw is 91.1, which is 8.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,073 per year to cover basic expenses.