Cost of Living in Chester, WV

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11%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
42%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Chester West Virginia National
Cost of living8985100
Groceries9997100
Health care10194100
Housing5862100
Transportation10595100
Utilities10494100
Lifestyle & Entertainment10094100
Household Items10095100
Education & Childcare10491100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Chester is 5% higher than the West Virginia average
  • The cost of living in Chester is 11% lower than the national average
  • Chester housing is 42% lower than the national average
  • West Virginia general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • West Virginia state income tax is 16% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$88,072$7,339$2,055$2,642
      Renters$40,047$3,337$934$1,202

      West Virginia Sales Tax

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      West Virginia 6% 7%

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      West Virginia 3% 6.5%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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