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Smithfield, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Wetzel County County
1.4
/5.0
F
Poor
111
Population
383/sq mi density
52°F
Avg Temperature
293 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Below average overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
89.5
Below national average
100 = US average
Avg Annual Property Tax
$1,525
56% below US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$714
per month
1 Bedroom
$766
per month
2 Bedroom
$945
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,231
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,380
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$761/mo
$9,132/year
Toddler (Center)
$723/mo
$8,676/year
Preschool (Center)
$743/mo
$8,916/year
Infant (Family)
$697/mo
$8,364/year
Toddler (Family)
$588/mo
$7,056/year
Preschool (Family)
$588/mo
$7,056/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $223.75 |
| Specialist Visit | $313.25 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $179.00 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,969.00 |
| Dental Cleaning | $116.35 |
| Dental Filling | $223.75 |
| Root Canal | $895.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,074.00 |
| Tooth Extraction | $223.75 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,342.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $447.50 |
| Dental Implant | $3,580.00 |
| Eye Exam | $179.00 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $313.25 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $223.75 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,237.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $223.75 |
| MRI | $1,342.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,074.00 |
| Ultrasound | $358.00 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $134.25 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $134.25 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $67.13 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $223.75 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $156.63 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $268.50 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,237.50 |
| Mammogram | $268.50 |
| Knee Replacement | $31,325.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $28,640.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,132.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $22,375.00 |
| Appendectomy | $13,425.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $19,690.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $11,635.00 |
| Flu Shot | $35.80 |
| COVID Test | $89.50 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $13.43 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $223.75 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,074.00 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $40.28 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $67.13 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $268.50 |
| Tire Rotation | $35.80 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $537.00 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $179.00 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,685.00 |
| AC Repair | $447.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $313.25 |
| Wheel Alignment | $89.50 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $179.00 |
| Alternator Replacement | $447.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $626.50 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $179.00 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.48 per mile |
| State Inspection | $26.85 |
| Emissions Test | $44.75 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $89.50 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $89.50 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $80.55 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $358.00 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,265.00 |
| Roof Repair | $895.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,055.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,237.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,132.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $179.00 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $447.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $156.63 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $44.75 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $134.25 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $716.00 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $179.00 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $268.50 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,475.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $26,850.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $10,740.00 |
| Flooring Install | $7.16 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $581.75 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $26.85 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,074.00 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,342.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $358.00 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,342.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,425.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,475.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,342.50 |
| Will Preparation | $447.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,237.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,790.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $268.50 |
| LLC Formation | $447.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $268.50 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,685.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $29.54 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $22.38 |
| Women's Haircut | $49.23 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $134.25 |
| Manicure | $22.38 |
| Pedicure | $35.80 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $71.60 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $89.50 |
| Gym Membership | $44.75 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $62.65 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $13.43 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.58 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $223.75 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.67 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.13 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.40 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.03 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $4.92 per lb |
| Rice | $0.90 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.58 per lb |
| Apples | $1.61 per lb |
| Coffee | $6.71 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.13 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $8.95 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $16.11 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $53.70 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $16.11 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $4.92 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $8.95 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $13.43 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $7.61 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $22.38 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $44.75 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $125.30 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $62.65 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $62.65 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $62.65 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $58.18 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $76.08 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $31.33 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,790.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $179.00 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,790.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $62.65 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $13.43 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $89.50 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $26.85 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $44.75 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $358.00 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,074.00 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $895.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $358.00 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $44.75 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $895.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,187.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,580.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $8,950.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $53.70 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $89.50 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $53.70 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $35.80 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $268.50 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $179.00 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $716.00 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $358.00 |
| Microchipping | $44.75 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 89.5 |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,525 |
| FMR Studio | $714 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $766 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $945 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,231 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $1,380 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $761 |
| Toddler (Center) | $723 |
| Preschool (Center) | $743 |
| Infant (Family) | $697 |
| Toddler (Family) | $588 |
| Preschool (Family) | $588 |
Income Context
| Per Capita Income | $20,531 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,519 |