Cost of Living in Prosperity, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.1
100 = national avg
-4.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,833
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,878
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing55.0
Food113.2
Transportation126.3
Healthcare110.5
Utilities98.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$719
per month
2 Bedroom
$944
per month
The overall cost of living index in Prosperity is 95.1, which is 4.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 55.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,833 per year to cover basic expenses.