Cost of Living in Jefferson County, WV

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

Median Income

$93,744

Median Rent

$1,073/mo

Median Home

$303,400

Affordability

439

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,534
Property Tax$144
Insurance$101

Total Monthly$1,779
% of Income22.8%

Renting

Median Rent$1,073
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,098
% of Income13.7%

Living in Jefferson County, West Virginia

Jefferson County has a median household income of $93,744 with housing costs that represent 22.8% of income for owners and 13.7% 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.