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Cost of living in Hampshire County, WV

Part of the Winchester Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,145/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 23,340 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,253 40%
Healthcare $480 15%
Federal tax $444 14%
Transport $320 10%
Groceries $306 10%
Energy $192 6%
State tax $95 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Hampshire County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,095
per month
1 bedroom
$1,253
per month
2 bedroom
$1,569
per month
3 bedroom
$1,952
per month
4 bedroom
$2,635
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hampshire County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,299
per year
Individual earnings
$37,230
per year
Per capita
$31,143
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hampshire County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$204,600
Annual property tax
$745

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hampshire 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 Hampshire County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.8%

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 Hampshire 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 Hampshire County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
40.4 min
Drive alone
85.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hampshire County

What it costs to live in Hampshire County each month.

Single person
$3,145
per month
  • Rent $1,253
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $444
  • State tax $95
Couple
$4,495
per month
  • Rent $1,569
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $183
Family
$6,994
per month
  • Rent $1,952
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $183

Frequently asked questions about Hampshire County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hampshire County?

In Hampshire County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,253 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,569 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,952 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hampshire County?

In Hampshire County, WV, the average household income is $60,299 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,230 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hampshire County?

The estimated cost of living in Hampshire County, WV is approximately $3,145 per month for a single person, $4,495 for a couple, $6,994 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hampshire County?

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

Is Hampshire County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hampshire County, WV would need approximately $3,145 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,299 per year ($5,025 per month). Hampshire County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hampshire County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hampshire County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hampshire County?

The average home value in Hampshire County, WV is $204,600, with average annual property taxes of $745, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hampshire County compare to other areas?

You can compare Hampshire County, WV with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Hampshire County is in the Winchester, VA-WV metro area.

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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