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Cost of living in Nicholas County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,531/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 24,446 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $700 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $392 15%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $86 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Nicholas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$658
per month
1 bedroom
$700
per month
2 bedroom
$852
per month
3 bedroom
$1,182
per month
4 bedroom
$1,195
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Nicholas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,280
per year
Individual earnings
$34,059
per year
Per capita
$29,257
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nicholas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$114,200
Annual property tax
$550

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nicholas 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 Nicholas County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.2%

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 Nicholas 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 Nicholas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
34.2 min
Drive alone
84.7%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
3.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nicholas County

What it costs to live in Nicholas County each month.

Single person
$2,531
per month
  • Rent $700
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $392
  • State tax $86
Couple
$3,559
per month
  • Rent $852
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $481
  • State tax $140
Family
$6,005
per month
  • Rent $1,182
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $481
  • State tax $140

Frequently asked questions about Nicholas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Nicholas County?

In Nicholas County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $700 per month, a two-bedroom averages $852 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,182 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Nicholas County?

In Nicholas County, WV, the average household income is $49,280 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,059 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Nicholas County?

The estimated cost of living in Nicholas County, WV is approximately $2,531 per month for a single person, $3,559 for a couple, $6,005 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Nicholas County?

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

Is Nicholas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Nicholas County, WV would need approximately $2,531 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,280 per year ($4,107 per month). Nicholas County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Nicholas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nicholas County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Nicholas County?

The average home value in Nicholas County, WV is $114,200, with average annual property taxes of $550, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Nicholas 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