Weirton, WV Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Weirton, West Virginia?
$2,100 / month
for a family, 61.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $25,200 for the year for a family.
$2,233 / month
for a single person, 53.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,800 for the year for a single person.

Weirton cost of living score
75.8
Less expensive
24.2% lower
than the US average
4.5% lower
than the West Virginia average
Weirton, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.2% lower than the U.S. average and 4.5% higher than the average for West Virginia.

Weirton, WV

Housing costs in Weirton?
A typical home costs $131,200, which is 61.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 6.1% less expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Weirton 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 Weirton?
To live comfortably in Weirton, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $25,200 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Weirton?
The cost of living in Weirton, WV is relatively affordable compared to other parts of the United States. The median home price in Weirton is $128,000, which is much lower than the national median home price of $231,200. Additionally, the cost of groceries and other goods are quite low in the area as well. The overall cost of living index in Weirton is 87.3, which is significantly lower than the U.S. average of 100. This makes it a great place for people looking for a more budget-friendly lifestyle without sacrificing access to amenities such as shopping centers and restaurants.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWeirtonWest VirginiaUnited States
    Unlock79.4100.0
  96.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock127.0100.0
  29.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$139,700$338,100
  84.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock90.1100.0
  96.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 18 years ago

O.k., Weirton has some problems but nothing that wouldn't be easily solved by bringing in a few good major employers! We have next to no crime, super low cost of living  More

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Over 20 years ago

It seems like a really nice place to  More

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