Glen Dale, WV vs West Milford, WV

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. West Milford is 25.3% cheaper than Glen Dale. With a cost index of 60 vs 75, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from West Milford to Glen Dale should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Glen Dale is $907/month compared to $578/month in West Milford — a 57% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: West Milford is more affordable at $130,500 median vs $200,500.

Median household income in Glen Dale is $87,955 compared to $69,000 in West Milford (+27.5%). While Glen Dale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Glen Dale spend roughly 12.4% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in West Milford.