Zip 26280 (Mill Creek, WV) Cost of Living


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Mill Creek cost of living score
74.8
Less expensive
25.2% lower
than the US average
5.8% lower
than the West Virginia average
Mill Creek (zip 26280), West Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.2% lower than the U.S. average and 5.8% higher than the average for West Virginia.

Zip 26280 (Mill Creek, WV)

Housing costs in Mill Creek?
A typical home costs $103,600, which is 69.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.8% less expensive than the average West Virginia home, at $139,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mill Creek costs $670 per month, which is 22.1% cheaper than the national average of $860 and 11.9% cheaper than the state average of $750.

Can I afford Mill Creek?
To live comfortably in Mill Creek (zip 26280), West Virginia, a minimum annual income of $19,800 for a family, and $21,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mill Creek?
Living in 26280 Mill Creek, WV is quite affordable. The cost of living index is about 10% lower than the national average and the median home value is just over $100,000. This makes it an attractive place for those looking to purchase a first home or downsize. Property taxes are relatively low, and rental prices are also reasonable. Utilities tend to be slightly higher than other parts of the state, however the overall cost of living is very reasonable. It's also great for travelers as there are many attractions nearby such as skiing at Snowshoe Mountain and camping at Kanawha State Forest--all within driving distance from Mill Creek.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMill CreekWest VirginiaUnited States
  74.879.4100.0
  94.795.8100
  135.5127.0100.0
  25.539.3100.0
  $103,600$139,700$338,100
  81.7%85.9%100.0%
  81.390.1100.0
  92.385.1100.0

   100=National Average

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