Cost of Living in Gilmer County, WV

What does it cost to live in Gilmer County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$51,552

Median Rent

$670/mo

Median Home

$89,800

Affordability

823

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$454
Property Tax$38
Insurance$30

Total Monthly$522
% of Income12.2%

Renting

Median Rent$670
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$695
% of Income15.6%

Living in Gilmer County, West Virginia

Gilmer County has a median household income of $51,552 with housing costs that represent 12.2% of income for owners and 15.6% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.