Union, WV Cost of Living


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Union cost of living score
77.8
Less expensive
22.2% lower
than the US average
2.0% lower
than the West Virginia average
Union, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.2% lower than the U.S. average and 2.0% higher than the average for West Virginia.

Union, WV

Housing costs in Union?
A typical home costs $157,500, which is 53.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.7% more expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Union costs $760 per month, which is 46.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.2% cheaper than the state average of $860.

Can I afford Union?
To live comfortably in Union, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $30,240 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Union?
The cost of living in Union, WV is quite affordable. According to the most recent data from the BestPlaces Bureau, Union's median household income is around $36,000 and its median home value hovers around $79,000. This means that housing is particularly affordable and makes it an attractive option for those who are looking for a place to settle down without breaking the bank. In addition, Union has low taxes on both property and sales, which helps to keep costs low for both residents and businesses alike. All in all, Union offers a great quality of life at a reasonable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesUnionWest VirginiaUnited States
  77.879.4100.0
  93.695.8100
  123.5127.0100.0
  33.839.3100.0
  $157,500$139,700$338,100
  96.9%85.9%100.0%
  89.090.1100.0
  75.585.1100.0

   100=National Average

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