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Cost of living in Wyoming County, WV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,543/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 20,948 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $702 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $401 16%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $306 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $87 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Wyoming County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$663
per month
1 bedroom
$702
per month
2 bedroom
$858
per month
3 bedroom
$1,147
per month
4 bedroom
$1,174
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wyoming County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,038
per year
Individual earnings
$34,588
per year
Per capita
$24,665
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wyoming County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$78,400
Annual property tax
$344

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wyoming 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 Wyoming County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.1%

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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.1 min
Drive alone
88.5%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
3.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wyoming County

What it costs to live in Wyoming County each month.

Single person
$2,543
per month
  • Rent $702
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $306
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $401
  • State tax $87
Couple
$3,542
per month
  • Rent $858
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $507
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $135
Family
$5,947
per month
  • Rent $1,147
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $769
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $135

Frequently asked questions about Wyoming County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wyoming County?

In Wyoming County, WV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $702 per month, a two-bedroom averages $858 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,147 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wyoming County?

In Wyoming County, WV, the average household income is $48,038 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,588 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wyoming County?

The estimated cost of living in Wyoming County, WV is approximately $2,543 per month for a single person, $3,542 for a couple, $5,947 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wyoming County?

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

Is Wyoming County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wyoming County, WV would need approximately $2,543 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,038 per year ($4,003 per month). Wyoming County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wyoming County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wyoming County, WV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wyoming County?

The average home value in Wyoming County, WV is $78,400, with average annual property taxes of $344, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wyoming 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