Census ACS 2023 · 16 cities
Most Expensive Cities in West Virginia
Housing costs are the single largest expense for most families. In West Virginia, Cheat Lake Cdp has the highest median home value at $345,500. Across the state's 16 major cities, home values reflect local demand, job markets, school quality, and proximity to amenities. Understanding housing costs city-by-city helps homebuyers and renters find the best value for their budget within West Virginia.
Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Home Value | Median Rent | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wheeling city | $142,500 | $795.00 | $48,498 |
| 2 | Weirton city | $122,800 | $750.00 | $56,699 |
| 3 | Vienna city | $155,500 | $837.00 | $65,211 |
| 4 | Teays Valley Cdp | $271,900 | $1,238 | $106,798 |
| 5 | St. Albans city | $131,800 | $888.00 | $58,788 |
| 6 | South Charleston city | $144,800 | $857.00 | $59,616 |
| 7 | Parkersburg city | $113,900 | $746.00 | $44,675 |
| 8 | Morgantown city | $238,200 | $888.00 | $42,245 |
| 9 | Martinsburg city | $231,900 | $1,090 | $54,590 |
| 10 | Huntington city | $118,800 | $863.00 | $43,146 |
| 11 | Fairmont city | $159,100 | $902.00 | $60,791 |
| 12 | Cross Lanes Cdp | $144,000 | $916.00 | $62,704 |
| 13 | Clarksburg city | $114,600 | $775.00 | $46,859 |
| 14 | Cheat Lake Cdp | $345,500 | $1,113 | $111,379 |
| 15 | Charleston city | $187,300 | $898.00 | $64,512 |
| 16 | Beckley city | $148,800 | $867.00 | $39,939 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cheat Lake Cdp is the #1 ranked city in West Virginia by median home value, with a value of $345,500 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
West Virginia has 16 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in West Virginia.