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Cost of living in Roane County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,627/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,921 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $769 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $415 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $192 7%
State tax $90 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Roane County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$658
per month
1 bedroom
$769
per month
2 bedroom
$852
per month
3 bedroom
$1,194
per month
4 bedroom
$1,195
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Roane County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$45,194
per year
Individual earnings
$35,444
per year
Per capita
$26,492
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Roane County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$121,100
Annual property tax
$538

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Roane 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 Roane County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.9%

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 Roane 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 Roane County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
34.2 min
Drive alone
77.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Roane County

What it costs to live in Roane County each month.

Single person
$2,627
per month
  • Rent $769
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $415
  • State tax $90
Couple
$3,483
per month
  • Rent $852
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $421
  • State tax $124
Family
$5,941
per month
  • Rent $1,194
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $421
  • State tax $124

Frequently asked questions about Roane County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Roane County?

In Roane County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $769 per month, a two-bedroom averages $852 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,194 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Roane County?

In Roane County, WV, the average household income is $45,194 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,444 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Roane County?

The estimated cost of living in Roane County, WV is approximately $2,627 per month for a single person, $3,483 for a couple, $5,941 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Roane County?

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

Is Roane County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Roane County, WV would need approximately $2,627 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $45,194 per year ($3,766 per month). Roane County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Roane County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Roane County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Roane County?

The average home value in Roane County, WV is $121,100, with average annual property taxes of $538, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Roane 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