Cost of Living in Wheeling, WV
Population: 26,670 • 2026 Data
$48,498
Median Household Income
-37% vs national
$795
Median Monthly Rent
-41% vs national
$142,500
Median Home Value
-58% vs national
6.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Wheeling
The median home value in Wheeling, WV is $142,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $795, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $756.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Wheeling, WV is $48,498. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6%, with a labor force of 12,023 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.