Cost of Living in St. George, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
226.1
100 = national avg
+126.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,467
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$235,103
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food116.9
Transportation133.8
Healthcare113.5
Utilities170.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$699
per month
2 Bedroom
$869
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. George is 226.1, which is 126.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,467 per year to cover basic expenses.