Reader, WV Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Reader, West Virginia?
$1,560 / month
for a family, 71.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $18,720 for the year for a family.
$1,833 / month
for a single person, 61.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $22,000 for the year for a single person.

Reader cost of living score
73.9
Less expensive
26.1% lower
than the US average
6.9% lower
than the West Virginia average
Reader, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.1% lower than the U.S. average and 6.9% higher than the average for West Virginia.

Reader, WV

Housing costs in Reader?
A typical home costs $97,900, which is 71.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 29.9% less expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Reader costs $720 per month, which is 49.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 19.4% cheaper than the state average of $860.

Can I afford Reader?
To live comfortably in Reader, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $18,720 for a family, and $22,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Reader?
The cost of living in Reader, WV is relatively low compared to other cities in the United States. The median home value is just over $90,000, and rentals tend to be affordable for those on a budget. Groceries, transportation, healthcare expenses, and utilities are also quite inexpensive when compared with national averages. In addition, the taxes in Reader are lower than many other places throughout the country. All these factors contribute to a lower cost of living for residents of Reader, WV.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesReaderWest VirginiaUnited States
    Unlock79.4100.0
  98.4  Unlock100.0
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  29.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$139,700$338,100
  85.3  Unlock100.0
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  73.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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