Cost of Living in Rachel, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.9
100 = national avg
-11.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,120
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,466
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing41.5
Food116.9
Transportation103.8
Healthcare113.5
Utilities98.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$838
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,007
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rachel is 88.9, which is 11.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 41.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,120 per year to cover basic expenses.