Grafton, WV Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Grafton, West Virginia?
$2,010 / month
for a family, 62.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,120 for the year for a family.
$2,867 / month
for a single person, 39.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $34,400 for the year for a single person.

Grafton cost of living score
79.8
Less expensive
20.2% lower
than the US average
0.5% higher
than the West Virginia average
Grafton, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.2% lower than the U.S. average and 0.5% lower than the average for West Virginia.

Grafton, WV

Housing costs in Grafton?
A typical home costs $126,800, which is 62.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.2% less expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Grafton costs $1,060 per month, which is 25.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 18.9% more than the state average of $860.

Can I afford Grafton?
To live comfortably in Grafton, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $24,120 for a family, and $34,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Grafton?
Grafton, WV is a great place to live for families on a budget. The cost of living in Grafton is quite low compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent data provided by Sperling's Best Places, Grafton has an overall cost of living index that is 22.7 percent lower than the nationwide average. This means that residents can expect to pay much less for goods and services such as housing, groceries, transportation, and healthcare when compared to other parts of the country. Additionally, Grafton’s unemployment rate is below the national average and the city boasts a diverse offering of local goods and services at competitive prices. All these factors together make living in Grafton a wise choice for any family looking for an affordable place to call home.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesGraftonWest VirginiaUnited States
    Unlock79.4100.0
  96.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock127.0100.0
  23.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$139,700$338,100
  84.3  Unlock100.0
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  88.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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