Wheeling, WV, United StatesCapital City
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A population of just 27,052 makes Wheeling feel more like a small town than a major city. While the city has a rich history and cultural offerings, the bureaucracy can be a persistent headache - the city was slow to embrace a Carnegie library due to labor disputes. Winters are cold and snowy, with about 42 inches of annual precipitation. But Wheeling's architectural heritage and revitalized downtown offer charms for those who can overlook the drawbacks. This is a place for those seeking a laidback, unpretentious lifestyle in the Appalachian foothills.
Can I afford Wheeling, WV?
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You could save
$907 / month
Savings Rate30%
Rent $916
Living Costs $1177
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Safety1
Healthcare90
Walkability5
NomadGrocery Basket
Milk (1L)$1
Bread (loaf)—
Eggs (12)$4
Rice (1kg)$4
Chicken (1kg)—
Eating Out
Meal (Inexpensive)$14
Meal (Mid-range)$75
Cappuccino$4
Water (0.33L)$2
Utilities & Lifestyle
Utilities (mo)$195
Mobile Plan (mo)$45
Gym (mo)$34
Cinema Ticket$13
Housing
1BR Center (mo)$916
1BR Outside (mo)—
3BR Center (mo)$1575
3BR Outside (mo)—
Expat Life
English Proficiency
—Expat Community
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—Elevation
203mNearest Airport
PIT (61km)Local Economy
Avg Monthly Salary
$3867Mortgage Interest Rate
6.07%🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle
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— Temperature
— Annual Rainfall
1053 mm Coworking Spaces
— Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug