Milton, WV vs Moundsville, WV

Moundsville is moderately more affordable than Milton, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Milton scores 73 compared to 64 for Moundsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Milton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Milton is $1,050/month compared to $801/month in Moundsville — a 31% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Moundsville is more affordable at $108,500 median vs $123,500.

Median household income in Milton is $54,135 compared to $48,590 in Moundsville (+11.4%). The higher salaries in Milton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Milton spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 19.8% in Moundsville.

Climate-wise, Milton is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 52.2°F in Moundsville. Milton receives more rainfall at 45.1" per year compared to 37.6" in Moundsville.