Forest, VA Cost of Living


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Forest cost of living score
93.6
Less expensive
6.4% lower
than the US average
10.2% lower
than the Virginia average
Forest, Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.4% lower than the U.S. average and 10.2% lower than the average for Virginia.

Forest, VA

Housing costs in Forest?
A typical home costs $369,200, which is 9.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 7.6% more expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Forest costs $1,020 per month, which is 28.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 37.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Forest?
To live comfortably in Forest, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $70,920 for a family, and $35,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Forest?
The cost of living in Forest, VA is very reasonable. Housing prices are much lower than the national average, and most residents find it easy to cover their monthly bills and still have enough money left over for recreation and entertainment. The local businesses provide more than enough essentials, so the cost of groceries and other items are relatively low as well. All in all, Forest is a great place to live due to its low cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesForestVirginiaUnited States
  93.6104.2100.0
  101.499.6100
  104.6103.1100.0
  102.3112.9100.0
  $369,200$343,200$338,100
  101.7%99.3%100.0%
  72.599.4100.0
  117.8113.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I moved to Forest a little over a year ago. I have to say that the peace and quiet agrees with me. I love the beautiful scenic view, the lack of crowds, and the  More

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