Cost of Living in Putnam County, WV

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

Median Income

$75,725

Median Rent

$1,007/mo

Median Home

$202,300

Affordability

530

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,023
Property Tax$101
Insurance$67

Total Monthly$1,191
% of Income18.9%

Renting

Median Rent$1,007
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,032
% of Income16%

Living in Putnam County, West Virginia

Putnam County has a median household income of $75,725 with housing costs that represent 18.9% of income for owners and 16% 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.