Berkeley County, West Virginia Housing Market
In Berkeley County, West Virginia, the median home value is $266,300, with a median monthly rent of $1,233. This places Berkeley County at #803 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #3 within West Virginia.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,082
- Establishments: 3,790
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,104
- Multi-family: 36
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 54,910 (avg $68,339)
- Outflow: 50,633 (avg $68,679)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 3 active ZIP codes in Berkeley County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25427 | 244.1 | +2.50% | 2025 |
| 2 | 25401 | 259.6 | -2.82% | 2025 |
| 3 | 25443 | 279.5 | +7.13% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
This product uses FHFA Data but is neither endorsed nor certified by FHFA.
How Berkeley County Compares
| Metric | Berkeley County | West Virginia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $266,300 | $148,003 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,233 | $777 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 76.0% | 78.4% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.0 | 15.8 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Berkeley County is 79.9% above the West Virginia state average and 16.9% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,233/month is 58.7% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.0, the buy-vs-rent decision in Berkeley County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Berkeley County has an owner-occupancy rate of 76.0%, compared to 78.4% in West Virginia and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clermont County | Ohio | $266,200 | $1,107 |
| Polk County | Florida | $266,500 | $1,363 |
| Douglas County | Nebraska | $266,100 | $1,201 |
| Gaston County | North Carolina | $266,000 | $1,153 |
| Brown County | Wisconsin | $266,000 | $1,031 |
Other Counties in West Virginia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monongalia County | $267,700 | $987 | 57.9% |
| Morgan County | $240,600 | $794 | 84.1% |
| Putnam County | $223,300 | $952 | 81.8% |
| Hampshire County | $219,200 | $720 | 82.7% |
| Pendleton County | $183,800 | $770 | 84.9% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-13. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).