Clarksburg

Veterans Memorial Park offers residents a pool and splash pad for summer fun in the sun.
Veterans Memorial Park offers residents a pool and splash pad for summer fun in the sun.
The Robinson Grand Theatre is a historic site found in downtown Clarksburg.
Older shotgun-style homes are included in the housing styles found in Clarksburg.

Clarksburg, WV Area Guide

Bask in the Jewel of the Hills’ small-town charm

Suburban Historic Affordable Close-Knit Welcoming Laidback Scenic Mountain Views Riverside

Nicknamed the “Jewel of the Hills,” Clarksburg lies within the Western Allegheny Plateau in north central West Virginia. Proud of its past while looking forward to an unlimited future, Clarksburg provides residents with a small-town atmosphere steeped in a rich history. Diverse architectural stylings are evident throughout Clarksburg’s downtown area in addition to a range of historical sites and landmarks.

Clarksburg’s tight-knit community comes together for a wide variety of events, including the annual West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival, West Virginia Black Heritage Festival, Greek Food Festival, and the Glen Elk Wine, Music, and Arts Festival. Recreational opportunities are abundant in Clarksburg, with numerous pristine local parks, access to the West Fork River, and close proximity to Tygart State Lake Park. Metropolitan amenities are just two hours away in Pittsburgh. Getting around Clarksburg is simple with convenience to U.S. 19, U.S. 50, I-79, and North Central West Virginia Airport.

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Veterans Memorial Park offers residents a pool and splash pad for summer fun in the sun.

The Robinson Grand Theatre is a historic site found in downtown Clarksburg.

Older shotgun-style homes are included in the housing styles found in Clarksburg.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Clarksburg, WV is $704 for one bedroom, $870 for two bedrooms, and $776 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clarksburg has increased by 7.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$704/month
491 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Clarksburg, WV is 5.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Clarksburg is 2.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $870. You can expect to pay 8.3% less for groceries, 2.8% less for utilities, and 3.5% more for transportation.

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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Clarksburg, WV is for everyday living.

Somewhat Walkable

49 / 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

29 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

North View Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Adamston Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Wilsonburg Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Liberty High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Robert C. Byrd High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Pressley Ridge At Laurel Park

Public

Grades 6-12

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.