Cost of Living in Wellsburg, WV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
68.2
100 = national avg
-31.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,013
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$70,939
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.8
Food81.3
Transportation73.1
Healthcare85.0
Utilities79.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$757
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wellsburg is 68.2, which is 31.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,013 per year to cover basic expenses.