Cost of Living in Washington, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.6
100 = national avg
-11.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,005
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,195
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing107.1
Food84.3
Transportation68.6
Healthcare87.4
Utilities92.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$745
per month
2 Bedroom
$928
per month
The overall cost of living index in Washington is 88.6, which is 11.4% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,005 per year to cover basic expenses.