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Cost of living in Wetzel County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,561/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,233 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $701 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $417 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $192 7%
State tax $90 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Wetzel County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$697
per month
1 bedroom
$701
per month
2 bedroom
$920
per month
3 bedroom
$1,112
per month
4 bedroom
$1,220
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wetzel County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,341
per year
Individual earnings
$35,581
per year
Per capita
$28,398
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wetzel County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$102,800
Annual property tax
$664

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wetzel 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 Wetzel County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.0%

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 Wetzel 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 Wetzel County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.7 min
Drive alone
82.9%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
2.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wetzel County

What it costs to live in Wetzel County each month.

Single person
$2,561
per month
  • Rent $701
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $417
  • State tax $90
Couple
$3,705
per month
  • Rent $920
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $543
  • State tax $156
Family
$6,013
per month
  • Rent $1,112
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $543
  • State tax $156

Frequently asked questions about Wetzel County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wetzel County?

In Wetzel County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $701 per month, a two-bedroom averages $920 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,112 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wetzel County?

In Wetzel County, WV, the average household income is $53,341 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,581 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wetzel County?

The estimated cost of living in Wetzel County, WV is approximately $2,561 per month for a single person, $3,705 for a couple, $6,013 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wetzel County?

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

Is Wetzel County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wetzel County, WV would need approximately $2,561 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,341 per year ($4,445 per month). Wetzel County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wetzel County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wetzel County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wetzel County?

The average home value in Wetzel County, WV is $102,800, with average annual property taxes of $664, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wetzel 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