Cost of Living in War, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
51.6
100 = national avg
-48.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$22,715
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$53,689
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing51.2
Food65.9
Transportation31.9
Healthcare72.8
Utilities69.8
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 War is 51.6, which is 48.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 51.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $22,715 per year to cover basic expenses.