Cost of Living in Pleasant Valley, WV

With a cost of living index of 78, Pleasant Valley, WV is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 22% cheaper than the national average and 5% above the West Virginia state average of 73. Pleasant Valley is a small community of 3,494 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Pleasant Valley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $954 (28% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $208,500 (32% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.6x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Pleasant Valley is $58,456, which is 22% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 20% 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 Pleasant Valley. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.9°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches spread over roughly 168 days.

Everyday prices in the Morgantown, WV (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.