Dunbar, WV vs Vienna, WV

Dunbar, WV and Vienna, WV have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.6% difference in their overall index. Dunbar scores 69 while Vienna scores 69 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dunbar is $904/month compared to $837/month in Vienna — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Vienna has cheaper rent, Dunbar actually has lower median home values ($121,100 vs $155,500).

Median household income in Dunbar is $54,647 compared to $65,211 in Vienna (-16.2%). While Vienna is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dunbar spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.4% in Vienna.