Cost of Living in St. Marys, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.1
100 = national avg
-20.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,796
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,244
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.7
Food95.3
Transportation90.7
Healthcare96.3
Utilities88.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$662
per month
2 Bedroom
$869
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Marys is 79.1, which is 20.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,796 per year to cover basic expenses.