Cheapest Places to Live in West Virginia (2026)
Looking for the most affordable cities in West Virginia? We ranked 31 West Virginia cities by median home value. The cheapest is Mullens (~$57,000); the West Virginia median is $150,000.
Most affordable cities in West Virginia
Ranked by median home value, lowest first:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mullens | $57,000 | $66 |
| 2 | Montgomery | $80,000 | $58 |
| 3 | Delbarton | $80,000 | $106 |
| 4 | Amherstdale | $81,000 | $61 |
| 5 | Richwood | $89,500 | $120 |
| 6 | Grantsville | $90,000 | $103 |
| 7 | Seth | $94,000 | $126 |
| 8 | Yawkey | $106,000 | $111 |
| 9 | Danville | $112,500 | $107 |
| 10 | Rowlesburg | $116,000 | $145 |
Most expensive cities in West Virginia
The priciest West Virginia markets by median home value:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Martinsburg | $303,500 | $177 |
| 2 | Lewisburg | $300,000 | $190 |
| 3 | Morgantown | $257,000 | $168 |
| 4 | Romney | $255,000 | $198 |
| 5 | Maysville | $201,000 | $118 |
| 6 | Crawley | $199,500 | $118 |
| 7 | Princeton | $193,000 | $128 |
| 8 | Lerona | $191,000 | $140 |
| 9 | Ravenswood | $186,000 | $123 |
| 10 | Marlinton | $183,000 | $204 |
How we rank West Virginia cities
Rankings use the typical (median) home value for each city from public market data (Realtor.com & Zillow research). Affordability also depends on incomes, taxes, and cost of living — see each city page for local detail. Directional estimates, not appraisals.
Explore all West Virginia home values, estimate any home with the Home Value Estimator, or see where your budget goes furthest nationwide.
West Virginia affordability: FAQ
What is the cheapest place to live in West Virginia? +
Based on median home value, Mullens is among the most affordable cities in West Virginia, with a typical home around $57,000 — well below the West Virginia median of $150,000.
What is the most expensive city in West Virginia? +
By median home value, Martinsburg is among the priciest in West Virginia, with a typical home around $303,500.
Is West Virginia an affordable place to live? +
The median home value in West Virginia is about $150,000 (48% more affordable than the U.S. median of $289,000), but prices vary widely by city — from around $57,000 to $303,500.