Cost of Living in Raleigh County, WV

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

Median Income

$47,975

Median Rent

$819/mo

Median Home

$132,300

Affordability

519

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$669
Property Tax$58
Insurance$44

Total Monthly$771
% of Income19.3%

Renting

Median Rent$819
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$844
% of Income20.5%

Living in Raleigh County, West Virginia

Raleigh County has a median household income of $47,975 with housing costs that represent 19.3% of income for owners and 20.5% 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.