Cost of Living in Wayne County, WV
Population 38,164 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Wayne County, WV is $915/month, 5% higher than the West Virginia median and 35% lower than the U.S. median. The median home value is $127,100, 62% lower than the national median. Households earn a median of $58,878 a year, about the same as the state median.
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Wayne County vs. West Virginia vs. U.S.
| Wayne County | West Virginia | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $915 | $872 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $127,100 | $162,600 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $58,878 | $59,608 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 78.6% | 74.9% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19.2% | 24.1% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 14.6% | 16.7% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9% | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 4.4% | 9.1% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 44.8 | 42.7 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Wayne County, WV?
The median gross rent in Wayne County, WV is $915 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Wayne County, WV?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $36,600 a year in gross income.
Is Wayne County, WV expensive to live in?
Rent there is 35% lower than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 2.2 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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