Cost of Living in Roane County, WV

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

Median Income

$41,299

Median Rent

$605/mo

Median Home

$117,700

Affordability

508

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$595
Property Tax$43
Insurance$39

Total Monthly$677
% of Income19.7%

Renting

Median Rent$605
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$630
% of Income17.6%

Living in Roane County, West Virginia

Roane County has a median household income of $41,299 with housing costs that represent 19.7% of income for owners and 17.6% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

The affordability index of 508 (100 = median income perfectly covers median housing costs) gives a quick snapshot. Use our calculator for a comprehensive comparison across counties, including taxes, utilities, healthcare, and commute costs.

Compare Cost of Living Across Counties

Enter two locations and get a side-by-side comparison of housing, taxes, utilities, transportation, and overall affordability with salary adjustment calculations.

Start Free Comparison

Other Counties in West Virginia

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.