Cost of Living in Mullens, WV

With a cost of living index of 56, Mullens, WV is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 44% cheaper than the national average and 18% below the West Virginia state average of 73. Mullens is a small community of 2,267 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mullens's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $580 (56% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $77,900 (74% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.2x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Mullens is $65,625, which is 13% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 11% 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 Mullens. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.9°F, with summers averaging 70°F and winters around 35°F. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches spread over roughly 161 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.