Berkeley County, WV Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Berkeley, West Virginia?
$4,200 / month
for a family, 22.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $50,400 for the year for a family.
$3,000 / month
for a single person, 37.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $36,000 for the year for a single person.

Berkeley cost of living score
94.1
Less expensive
5.9% lower
than the US average
18.5% higher
than the West Virginia average
Berkeley West Virgi County, West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.9% lower than the U.S. average and 18.5% lower than the average for West Virginia.

Berkeley County, WV

Housing costs in Berkeley?
A typical home costs $262,700, which is 22.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 88.0% more expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Berkeley costs $1,120 per month, which is 21.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 23.2% more than the state average of $860.

Can I afford Berkeley?
To live comfortably in Berkeley West Virgi County, West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $50,400 for a family, and $36,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Berkeley?
Berkeley, WV County has an average house value of $262,700 which is significantly lower than the US average of $338,100. The cost of living in Berkeley is also lower than the US average with an index of 94.1 compared to 100 for the US. This means that while it may cost more to purchase a home in Berkeley, WV County, the overall cost of living is less. This makes Berkeley a great place to live if you're looking for affordability and convenience while still having access to all the necessary amenities.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBerkeleyWest VirginiaUnited States
    Unlock79.4100.0
  104.9  Unlock100.0
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  78.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$139,700$338,100
  89.4  Unlock100.0
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  104.4  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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