Beckley, WV Cost of Living


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Beckley cost of living score
75
Less expensive
25.0% lower
than the US average
5.5% lower
than the West Virginia average
Beckley, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.0% lower than the U.S. average and 5.5% higher than the average for West Virginia.

Beckley, WV

Housing costs in Beckley?
A typical home costs $106,500, which is 68.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 23.8% less expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Beckley costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $860.

Can I afford Beckley?
To live comfortably in Beckley, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $20,520 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Beckley?
Beckley, WV offers an affordable cost of living. The cost of housing is fairly low at an average of $133,700 compared to the national average of $184,700. In addition to this, the cost of basic goods and services is also lower than the national average as well. Groceries are around 10% cheaper than the national average, while utility costs are 7% cheaper. With these savings combined with a lower-than-average median income ($39,682 compared to $61,937 nationally), Beckley provides residents with real opportunities for saving money and budgeting wisely.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBeckleyWest VirginiaUnited States
  75.079.4100.0
  9395.8100
  127.3127.0100.0
  25.639.3100.0
  $106,500$139,700$338,100
  80.3%85.9%100.0%
  70.390.1100.0
  95.985.1100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I was born in Beckley, moved away and lived in a smaller town, and then two major cities. I have been back for 14 years. Beckley is not for everyone. If you are looking  More

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Over 5 years ago

Born and raised here. Moved to Florida for 17 years. The only reason I moved back was to care for parent. Though I love the seasons and wanted to leave Florida, this  More

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Over 16 years ago

Beckley is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. There is an easily accesible ski resort 30 minutes away. Biking, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting in beautiful  More

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