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St. George

Learn about the people, housing, costs and businesses in St. George, West Virginia

Median Home$166,700
Median Rent$729/month
Population74
Leading IndustriesPublic Administration · Manufacturing · Wholesale Trade34% public administration
Retirees29% of residentswell above average
Homeowners76% of occupied units
NotableVeteran Community9% of residents · top 22% nationally
NotableAffordable Market$167k median home · lower cost than 67% of the country
St. George
WV

Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in St. George?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for St. George is approximately 6.992% (7.035% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in St. George?

The median home value in St. George is $167k. The median monthly rent is $729. Annual property taxes average $581. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

How much income do you need to buy a home in St. George?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $726/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $31k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in St. George is $54k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in St. George?

The largest employment sectors in St. George are public administration (34%) and wholesale trade (10%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.