Logan, WV vs New Martinsville, WV

New Martinsville is moderately more affordable than Logan, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Logan scores 66 compared to 62 for New Martinsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Logan can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Logan is $891/month compared to $718/month in New Martinsville — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Martinsville has cheaper rent, Logan actually has lower median home values ($86,300 vs $112,600).

Median household income in Logan is $31,100 compared to $51,226 in New Martinsville (-39.3%). New Martinsville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Logan spend roughly 34.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.8% in New Martinsville. The New Martinsville ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (56.2°F vs 54.3°F). Logan receives more rainfall at 46.2" per year compared to 42.5" in New Martinsville.