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Cost of living in Pendleton County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,559/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,111 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $426 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $92 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Pendleton County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$658
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$852
per month
3 bedroom
$1,175
per month
4 bedroom
$1,269
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pendleton County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,738
per year
Individual earnings
$36,117
per year
Per capita
$28,783
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pendleton County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$178,600
Annual property tax
$603

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pendleton 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 Pendleton County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.2%

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 Pendleton 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 Pendleton County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.1 min
Drive alone
84.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pendleton County

What it costs to live in Pendleton County each month.

Single person
$2,559
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $426
  • State tax $92
Couple
$3,807
per month
  • Rent $852
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $680
  • State tax $189
Family
$6,246
per month
  • Rent $1,175
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $680
  • State tax $189

Frequently asked questions about Pendleton County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pendleton County?

In Pendleton County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $852 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,175 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pendleton County?

In Pendleton County, WV, the average household income is $61,738 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,117 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pendleton County?

The estimated cost of living in Pendleton County, WV is approximately $2,559 per month for a single person, $3,807 for a couple, $6,246 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pendleton County?

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

Is Pendleton County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pendleton County, WV would need approximately $2,559 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,738 per year ($5,145 per month). Pendleton County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pendleton County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pendleton County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pendleton County?

The average home value in Pendleton County, WV is $178,600, with average annual property taxes of $603, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pendleton County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pendleton County, WV with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pendleton County is in West Virginia.

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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