Friendly, WV Economy


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United States / West Virginia / No Metro Area / Tyler County / Friendly / Zip Codes
Friendly, WV is a great small town that offers all the amenities of a big city. With an average two bedroom rent of $870, Friendly is one of the most affordable places to live in the US with a rent index of $1,430. The grocery cost index in this area is 97 compared to 100 in the US making it an attractive option for budget-minded folks. There are plenty of local businesses and attractions like Friendly Florists, Friendly Fitness Center, and Friendly Natural Wildlife Park that locals can take advantage of. This town has something for everyone from outdoor activities to shopping opportunities.

Friendly has an unemployment rate of 9.3%. The US average is 6.0%.

Friendly has seen the job market decrease by -0.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 12.0%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Friendly
- The Sales Tax Rate for Friendly is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Friendly is 6.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Friendly
- The average income of a Friendly resident is $19,076 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Friendly resident is $27,321 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyFriendly, West VirginiaUnited States
  9.36
  -2.7%-6.2%
  12.0%33.5%
  6.0%6.2%
  6.0%4.6%
  $13,328$37,638
  $27,321$69,021
  $36,250$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.0%1.2%
  2.9%0.5%
  2.9%6.8%
  35.3%10.0%
  0.0%2.5%
  26.5%11.0%
  2.9%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  0.0%1.9%
  5.9%4.7%
  0.0%1.9%
  0.0%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  0.0%4.2%
  5.9%9.3%
  8.8%14.0%
  0.0%2.1%
  2.9%7.0%
  0.0%4.8%
  5.9%4.7%
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