Morgantown, WV Cost of Living


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Morgantown cost of living score
89.8
Less expensive
10.2% lower
than the US average
13.1% higher
than the West Virginia average
Morgantown, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.2% lower than the U.S. average and 13.1% lower than the average for West Virginia.

Morgantown, WV

Housing costs in Morgantown?
A typical home costs $257,900, which is 23.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 84.6% more expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Morgantown costs $990 per month, which is 30.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.1% more than the state average of $860.

Can I afford Morgantown?
To live comfortably in Morgantown, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $49,320 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Morgantown?
Morgantown, WV is a great place to live for those on a budget. The cost of living in Morgantown is quite low compared to other cities in the area. Groceries are relatively cheap, with prices for produce and meat being lower than average. Utility costs are also relatively low, with electricity and natural gas costing much less than in many other parts of the country. Housing costs, including both rent and home purchases, are also quite reasonably priced. With all these factors combined, Morgantown can be a great choice for those looking to find an affordable place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMorgantownWest VirginiaUnited States
  89.879.4100.0
  101.495.8100
  126.3127.0100.0
  77.639.3100.0
  $257,900$139,700$338,100
  85.6%85.9%100.0%
  76.890.1100.0
  107.085.1100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Morgantown is a vibrant classic American college town with a laid-back vibe. While the city and surrounding area are relatively small at about $150,000 people, residents  More

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Morgantown is a college town with many wonderful qualities, but for a retiree or someone on a fixed income, it is getting very expensive and crowded. The housing market  More

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Over 12 years ago

its a good small university town, however the cost of living varies especially rents on whether you live near to the campus or far away from wvu. there are only couple  More

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