Craigsville, VA vs Toms Brook, VA

Craigsville is moderately more affordable than Toms Brook, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. Craigsville scores 67 compared to 77 for Toms Brook, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Toms Brook can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Craigsville is $766/month compared to $835/month in Toms Brook — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Craigsville is more affordable at $142,400 median vs $207,400.

Median household income in Craigsville is $40,080 compared to $57,188 in Toms Brook (-29.9%). While Toms Brook is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Craigsville spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Toms Brook.