Mount Gay-Shamrock, WV is a small community located in Wyoming County. The population of Mount Gay-Shamrock is approximately 2,000 people with a median age of 35.5 years. The town is home to a variety of local businesses including Chubbuck's Lumber & Supply Co, Mount Gay-Shamrock Pharmacy, Shamrock Grocery, and Shoe's Bar & Grill. Rent for a two bedroom apartment in the area is significantly lower than the national average at $660 compared to $1,430. Additionally, residents can enjoy low grocery costs as the Grocery Cost Index in Mount Gay-Shamrock is 96 versus 100 in the US.
Mount Gay-Shamrock has an unemployment rate of 8.1%. The US average is 6.0%.
Mount Gay-Shamrock has seen the job market decrease by -1.5% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 11.9%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Mount Gay-Shamrock
- The Sales Tax Rate for Mount Gay-Shamrock is 6.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Mount Gay-Shamrock is 6.5%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Mount Gay-Shamrock
- The average income of a Mount Gay-Shamrock resident is $20,990 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Mount Gay-Shamrock resident is $28,651 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.