Hurricane, WV vs Vienna, WV

Hurricane, WV and Vienna, WV have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Hurricane scores 72 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 Hurricane is $854/month compared to $837/month in Vienna — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Vienna is more affordable at $155,500 median vs $190,400.

Median household income in Hurricane is $67,083 compared to $65,211 in Vienna (+2.9%). The higher salaries in Hurricane partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hurricane spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, less than the 15.4% in Vienna.