Cost of Living in Delbarton, WV

With a cost of living index of 59, Delbarton, WV is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 41% cheaper than the national average and 15% below the West Virginia state average of 73. Delbarton is a small community of 466 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Delbarton's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $633 (52% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $94,200 (69% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Delbarton is $39,167, which is 48% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Delbarton. The area sees an average annual temperature of 56.5°F, with summers averaging 75°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches spread over roughly 142 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.