Rental GuideCharleston, WV

Charleston rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,050

Year Over Year Change

16%

$170

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Charleston apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

17%

$751 - $1,500

59%

$0 - $750

16%

17%

59%

16%

How has rent in Charleston, WV changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Charleston, WV, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,050, which is a 15.54% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Charleston, WV is about $945. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Charleston, WV is $1,300, and studios are about $910 per month.

See more Charleston, WV rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Charleston, WV?

schools

23,864

students

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Who lives in Charleston, WV?

Gender

48% Male

52% Female

Age Range

0-19

21%

20-34

18%

35-44

13%

45-64

27%

65+

19%

Language

English

95%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

44%

Bachelor's

28%

Master's

10%

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Charleston, WV?

Families

40% Families

60% Single

Property

39% Renters

61% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

29%

25-50k

20%

50-75k

16%

75-100k

100-150k

10%

150k+

13%

How do residents get around Charleston, WV?

Charleston locals spend about 17 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Charleston is through John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 132.22 miles away.

Walking

4/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

3/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Charleston are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Charleston, WV?

The overall cost of living in Charleston, WV is 16% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Charleston you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.50 per carton, and milk $4.72. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $164 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	10% lower
Groceries	1% lower
Utilities	4% lower
Transportation	7% lower
Health	2% lower

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Goods & Services