Cost of Living in Marion County, WV

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

Median Income

$59,974

Median Rent

$870/mo

Median Home

$147,600

Affordability

573

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$746
Property Tax$77
Insurance$49

Total Monthly$872
% of Income17.4%

Renting

Median Rent$870
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$895
% of Income17.4%

Living in Marion County, West Virginia

Marion County has a median household income of $59,974 with housing costs that represent 17.4% of income for owners and 17.4% 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.