Cost of Living in Shrewsbury, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.1
100 = national avg
-30.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,392
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,835
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing44.6
Food87.2
Transportation80.8
Healthcare89.8
Utilities81.2
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 Shrewsbury is 69.1, which is 30.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 44.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,392 per year to cover basic expenses.