Washington, VA Cost of Living


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Washington cost of living score
122.4
More expensive
22.4% higher
than the US average
17.5% higher
than the Virginia average
Washington, Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 122.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.4% higher than the U.S. average and 17.5% lower than the average for Virginia.

Washington, VA

Housing costs in Washington?
A typical home costs $552,300, which is 63.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 60.9% more expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Washington costs $990 per month, which is 30.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 41.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Washington?
To live comfortably in Washington, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $105,840 for a family, and $34,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Washington?
Washington, VA is a small town located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. It has a low cost of living and is an affordable place to live. The median home value in Washington, VA is approximately $159,000, which is much lower than the national average of $227,000. The cost of living index for the city stands at 92.9 compared to the U.S. average of 100, making it more affordable than most towns in Virginia. Housing costs are among the lowest in Virginia with an average monthly rent of $767 compared to the state’s average of $878. Groceries and health care are estimated to be 14 percent and 4 percent cheaper than the national averages respectively while transportation costs come in at 6 percent below the U.S. average as well. Utilities are also very affordable, with electricity costing just 9 percent above the national average and natural gas costing 10 percent below it on average. All these factors make Washington, VA a great option for those looking for an affordable place to live that doesn't sacrifice quality or amenities!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWashingtonVirginiaUnited States
  122.4104.2100.0
  109.599.6100
  106.7103.1100.0
  163.4112.9100.0
  $552,300$343,200$338,100
  98.8%99.3%100.0%
  134.099.4100.0
  142.0113.7100.0

   100=National Average

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