Cost of Living in Wyoming County, West Virginia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Wyoming County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Wyoming County ranks #474 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 15%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Wyoming County, West Virginia
Wyoming struggles with affordability gap
Wyoming's 18.4% rent-to-income ratio exceeds West Virginia's 16.9% state average, reflecting the county's $48,038 median household income—nearly $8,000 below state norms. Against the national median of $74,755, Wyoming renters face a compounded affordability challenge despite modest $737 rents.
Wyoming ranks among state's tightest margins
Wyoming County's 18.4% rent-to-income ratio sits well above West Virginia's 16.9% average, placing it among the state's most affordability-challenged markets. The county's median income of $48,038 ranks second-lowest in this seven-county cluster, compressing housing budgets significantly.
Wyoming trapped between bargain and expensive
Wyoming's $737 rent falls between Wirt's bargain $575 and Upshur's $799, yet the county's low income of $48,038 makes this mid-range cost feel steeper. Only Webster County ($42,061) earns less, making these two the seven-county cluster's most income-challenged.
Renters squeezed; owners escape the pinch
Wyoming renters dedicate 18.4% of income to gross rent, while homeowners pay just 10.6% toward a median owner cost of $426. The $311 monthly gap between rent and owner costs reflects Wyoming's more affordable homeownership relative to renting, yet suggests ownership still requires careful financial planning.
Wyoming appeals to homebuyers with tight budgets
Wyoming County's low median home value of $78,400 and owner costs make homeownership achievable for modest-income families, but renters should budget carefully. Relocators with children and plans to buy should explore Wyoming; those renting long-term might find better comfort in Wirt, Wetzel, or Upshur.
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Affordability Verdict
Wyoming County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $737/month — about 18.4% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Wyoming County pay $737/month on average, compared to $426/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 42%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $29,480/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $18,257/year. With a median household income of $48,038, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 31.0% of renter households in Wyoming County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within West Virginia, Wyoming County is more affordable than McDowell County by roughly 7% ($737/mo vs $686/mo).
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Rent Burden
18.4%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,121
per month
Owner Cost Burden
10.6%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Wyoming County
Median home value is $78,400. Estimated monthly cost: $626 vs. your max of $1,121.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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