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Cost of living in Summers County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,542/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 11,833 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $412 16%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $89 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Summers County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$658
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$852
per month
3 bedroom
$1,125
per month
4 bedroom
$1,130
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Summers County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$42,544
per year
Individual earnings
$35,248
per year
Per capita
$25,384
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Summers County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$126,100
Annual property tax
$384

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Summers 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 Summers County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.4%

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 Summers 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 Summers County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.4 min
Drive alone
82.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Summers County

What it costs to live in Summers County each month.

Single person
$2,542
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $412
  • State tax $89
Couple
$3,433
per month
  • Rent $852
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $382
  • State tax $113
Family
$5,822
per month
  • Rent $1,125
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $382
  • State tax $113

Frequently asked questions about Summers County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Summers County?

In Summers County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $852 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,125 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Summers County?

In Summers County, WV, the average household income is $42,544 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,248 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Summers County?

The estimated cost of living in Summers County, WV is approximately $2,542 per month for a single person, $3,433 for a couple, $5,822 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Summers County?

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

Is Summers County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Summers County, WV would need approximately $2,542 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $42,544 per year ($3,545 per month). Summers County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Summers County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Summers County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Summers County?

The average home value in Summers County, WV is $126,100, with average annual property taxes of $384, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Summers 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