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Cost of living in Tucker County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,620/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,698 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $763 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $414 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $192 7%
State tax $90 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Tucker County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$658
per month
1 bedroom
$763
per month
2 bedroom
$852
per month
3 bedroom
$1,194
per month
4 bedroom
$1,431
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Tucker County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,475
per year
Individual earnings
$35,383
per year
Per capita
$34,982
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Tucker County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$144,700
Annual property tax
$511

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Tucker 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 Tucker County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.7%

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 Tucker 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 Tucker County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.7 min
Drive alone
71.4%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
10.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Tucker County

What it costs to live in Tucker County each month.

Single person
$2,620
per month
  • Rent $763
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $414
  • State tax $90
Couple
$3,639
per month
  • Rent $852
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $545
  • State tax $156
Family
$6,097
per month
  • Rent $1,194
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $545
  • State tax $156

Frequently asked questions about Tucker County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Tucker County?

In Tucker County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $763 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 Tucker County?

In Tucker County, WV, the average household income is $53,475 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,383 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Tucker County?

The estimated cost of living in Tucker County, WV is approximately $2,620 per month for a single person, $3,639 for a couple, $6,097 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Tucker County?

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

Is Tucker County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Tucker County, WV would need approximately $2,620 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,475 per year ($4,456 per month). Tucker County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Tucker County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Tucker County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Tucker County?

The average home value in Tucker County, WV is $144,700, with average annual property taxes of $511, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Tucker 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