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Cost of living in Braxton County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,377/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,345 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $649 27%
Healthcare $480 20%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $306 13%
Federal tax $305 13%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $70 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Braxton County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$645
per month
1 bedroom
$649
per month
2 bedroom
$852
per month
3 bedroom
$1,050
per month
4 bedroom
$1,215
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Braxton County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,449
per year
Individual earnings
$28,714
per year
Per capita
$23,349
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Braxton County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$106,400
Annual property tax
$479

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Braxton County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$140
per month · 14¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$2,304
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Braxton County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.6%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Braxton County

State and local tax rates for West Virginia.

State income tax
5.1%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.6%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Braxton County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
32.9 min
Drive alone
76.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Braxton County

What it costs to live in Braxton County each month.

Single person
$2,377
per month
  • Rent $649
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $305
  • State tax $70
Couple
$3,469
per month
  • Rent $852
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $410
  • State tax $121
Family
$5,783
per month
  • Rent $1,050
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $410
  • State tax $121

Frequently asked questions about Braxton County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Braxton County?

In Braxton County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $649 per month, a two-bedroom averages $852 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,050 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Braxton County?

In Braxton County, WV, the average household income is $44,449 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,714 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Braxton County?

The estimated cost of living in Braxton County, WV is approximately $2,377 per month for a single person, $3,469 for a couple, $5,783 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Braxton County?

The combined sales tax rate in Braxton County, WV is 6.56%, which includes the West Virginia state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.56%.

Is Braxton County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Braxton County, WV would need approximately $2,377 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,449 per year ($3,704 per month). Braxton County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Braxton County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Braxton County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Braxton County?

The average home value in Braxton County, WV is $106,400, with average annual property taxes of $479, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Braxton County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources