Christiansburg, VA Cost of Living


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Christiansburg cost of living score
89.6
Less expensive
10.4% lower
than the US average
14.0% lower
than the Virginia average
Christiansburg, Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.4% lower than the U.S. average and 14.0% lower than the average for Virginia.

Christiansburg, VA

Housing costs in Christiansburg?
A typical home costs $259,000, which is 23.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 24.5% less expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Christiansburg costs $970 per month, which is 32.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 44.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Christiansburg?
To live comfortably in Christiansburg, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $49,680 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Christiansburg?
The cost of living in Christiansburg, VA is quite reasonable. The overall cost index for the town is slightly below the national average. Prices for groceries, transportation, and utilities are all lower than average. Housing prices are also quite reasonable, with an average median home value of $203,000 compared to a national median of $245,800. Overall, people living in Christiansburg can expect to enjoy a high quality of life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesChristiansburgVirginiaUnited States
  89.6104.2100.0
  98.999.6100
  117.2103.1100.0
  72.3112.9100.0
  $259,000$343,200$338,100
  96.5%99.3%100.0%
  72.599.4100.0
  139.2113.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 2 years ago

I am a 30 year resident of Christiansburg. The cost of living is low here overall. Crime rate is low, weather is moderate with four true seasons. Blacksburg costs more  More

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Over 15 years ago

Virginia Tech is 7 miles down the road and a great place to educate and join the Hokie  More

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I have lived in Christiansburg for two years. I have found it to be a very nice place to live. Many community activities, low crime, nice neighborhoods. A very community  More

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