Cost of Living in Martinsburg, West Virginia

7%
lower than national avg.
21%
Housing
9%
Utilities
6%
Groceries
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Martinsburg, West Virginia's cost of living is 7% lower than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, its average salary and the real estate market of that area. PayScale's Cost of Living Calculator can help you find out more about how your individual needs will factor in when beginning your research to figure out how much it would cost you to relocate.

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Annual Salary
$49,523
Earnings needed to maintain current standard of living
Cost of Living in Martinsburg
1% lower
Housing in Martinsburg
14% lower

Cost of Living in Martinsburg, West Virginia by Expense Category

OverallHousingUtilitiesGroceriesTransportation050100150-7%-21%-9%-6%+30%National Average
Housing, Utilities & Transportation
Martinsburg's housing expenses are 21% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 9% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 30% higher than the national average.
Median Home Price
$393,446
Median Rent
$1,196 / month
Energy Bill
$181.26 / month
Phone Bill
$175.35 / month
Gas
$4.42 / gallon
Food & Grocery
Martinsburg has grocery prices that are 6% lower than the national average.
Loaf of Bread
$3.73
Gallon of Milk
$4.39
Carton of Eggs
$3.26
Bunch of Bananas
$0.68
Hamburger
$5.20
Healthcare
Healthcare in Martinsburg is 8% lower than the national average.
Doctor's Visit
$129.50
Dentist Visit
$106.49
Optometrist Visit
$118.62
Rx Drug
$224.84
Veterinary Visit
$63.75