What it actually costs to live in
Webster County, WV.
Living wage breakdown for Webster County, West Virginia — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $14.96 | $31,120 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $23.51 | $48,903 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $31.70 | $65,941 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $39.72 | $82,610 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $20.42 | $42,481 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $29.03 | $60,377 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $36.92 | $76,791 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $44.63 | $92,827 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $8,576 | $715 |
| Food | $4,235 | $353 |
| Medical | $3,277 | $273 |
| Transportation | $4,899 | $408 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,002 | $167 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,529 | $211 |
| Taxes | $5,602 | $467 |
| Total | $31,120 | $2,593 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$14.96/hr
Minimum wage$8.75/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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