Cost of Living in McDowell County, WV

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

Median Income

$28,235

Median Rent

$601/mo

Median Home

$47,500

Affordability

846

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$240
Property Tax$22
Insurance$16

Total Monthly$278
% of Income11.8%

Renting

Median Rent$601
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$626
% of Income25.5%

Living in McDowell County, West Virginia

McDowell County has a median household income of $28,235 with housing costs that represent 11.8% of income for owners and 25.5% 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.