If you want to head to the mountains, then The Mountain State is an excellent place for you to retire. Not only can you live in an area with some gorgeous views, but you can participate in other activities relating to mountains. While West Virginia can get a little humid, its climate can be ideal for a senior who likes consistent weather. West Virginia always has an adventure, making it a state with many surprises waiting. Besides its gorgeous sites, West Virginia is a state with a lower cost of living, which we'll discuss now.
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The cost of living is almost 10 points below the national average, making West Virginia a place you can retire to on a budget. In addition, West Virginia is a state that has some of the cheapest housing in the country, with its housing price being nearly 23 points below the national average. Meanwhile, its home costs are $119K, while the national average is $291K. Talk about a remarkable difference. West Virginia is also known for its cheaper utilities, 12 points below the national average. With that said, not everything is less expensive in West Virginia. The costs for transportation are a bit more, alongside the costs for other miscellaneous goods.
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Whether you're comparing options for a parent or planning ahead for yourself, here's where to start by care level.
Assisted living provides personal care, meals, and daily support for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but not full medical supervision.
Memory care is a specialized type of senior living for people with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other cognitive decline.
Independent living is community housing for active seniors who want amenities, social life, and freedom from home upkeep without daily personal-care services.
Home care brings personal-care services and companionship into the senior's own home rather than moving them into a community.
A skilled nursing facility (SNF, often called a nursing home) provides 24-hour licensed medical care and rehabilitation for seniors with serious health conditions.
Senior apartments are age-restricted rental homes - typically for residents 55+ or 62+ - designed for older adults who live independently.
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Median monthly cost of assisted living, sourced from public data. Actual community pricing varies by apartment size, level of care, and amenities.
| City | Avg. monthly cost |
|---|---|
| Accoville | $6,113.00 |
| Adrian | $6,010.00 |
| Advent | $6,010.00 |
| Albright | $6,010.00 |
| Alderson | $6,010.00 |
| Alkol | $5,955.00 |
| Allen Junction | $5,928.00 |
| Alloy | $5,272.00 |
| Alma | $4,999.00 |
| Alum Bridge | $4,917.00 |
| Alum Creek | $4,917.00 |
| Amherstdale | $4,887.00 |
| Amigo | $4,753.00 |
| Amma | $4,521.00 |
| Anawalt | $4,370.00 |
| Anmoore | $4,261.00 |
| Ansted | $4,020.00 |
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