Cost of Living in Mason County, WV

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

Median Income

$53,058

Median Rent

$651/mo

Median Home

$118,100

Affordability

634

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$597
Property Tax$61
Insurance$39

Total Monthly$697
% of Income15.8%

Renting

Median Rent$651
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$676
% of Income14.7%

Living in Mason County, West Virginia

Mason County has a median household income of $53,058 with housing costs that represent 15.8% of income for owners and 14.7% 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.