Montgomery, WV Cost of Living


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Montgomery cost of living score
74
Less expensive
26.0% lower
than the US average
6.8% lower
than the West Virginia average
Montgomery, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.0% lower than the U.S. average and 6.8% higher than the average for West Virginia.

Montgomery, WV

Housing costs in Montgomery?
A typical home costs $86,100, which is 74.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 38.4% less expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Montgomery costs $710 per month, which is 50.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 21.1% cheaper than the state average of $860.

Can I afford Montgomery?
To live comfortably in Montgomery, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $16,560 for a family, and $22,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Montgomery?
The cost of living in Montgomery, WV is fairly reasonable. Most goods and services are priced competitively compared to other areas of the state and country. Groceries, clothing, health care, and entertainment can all be found at a relatively low cost when compared to the national average. Property taxes are some of the lowest in the nation, making it a great place to live for those looking for an affordable home. With its close proximity to larger cities such as Charleston and Huntington, Montgomery is an attractive destination for those looking for both affordability and convenience.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMontgomeryWest VirginiaUnited States
  74.079.4100.0
  92.495.8100
  128.6127.0100.0
  21.839.3100.0
  $86,100$139,700$338,100
  87.3%85.9%100.0%
  86.490.1100.0
  78.885.1100.0

   100=National Average

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