Abingdon, VA Cost of Living


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Abingdon cost of living score
83.7
Less expensive
16.3% lower
than the US average
19.7% lower
than the Virginia average
Abingdon, Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.3% lower than the U.S. average and 19.7% lower than the average for Virginia.

Abingdon, VA

Housing costs in Abingdon?
A typical home costs $246,400, which is 27.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.2% less expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Abingdon costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 70.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Abingdon?
To live comfortably in Abingdon, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $47,160 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Abingdon?
The cost of living in Abingdon, VA is surprisingly affordable. The average cost of a home is around $122,000 and the median rental rate is just over $700 per month. Groceries are also reasonably priced, with the average household spending around $250 for groceries each month. Utilities are also relatively inexpensive compared to other cities in Virginia; electricity can be anywhere from $150 to $200 per month depending on usage and location, while natural gas averages approximately $90 per month. Overall, Abingdon offers an economical lifestyle for those looking for a new place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAbingdonVirginiaUnited States
  83.7104.2100.0
  96.599.6100
  105.8103.1100.0
  64.2112.9100.0
  $246,400$343,200$338,100
  97.6%99.3%100.0%
  79.599.4100.0
  105.3113.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Abingdon
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We found people to be very friendly and welcoming, especially if you put yourself out there and get involved. It’s a small historic tourist town with a great trail,  More

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We found people to be very friendly and welcoming, especially if you put yourself out there and get involved. It’s a small historic tourist town with a great trail,  More

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Over 3 years ago

My husband and I are retired. We researched areas in SW Virginia and found Abingdon to be just what we were looking for. Our home is surrounded by mountains and close to  More

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