Manassas, VA Cost of Living


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Manassas cost of living score
115.2
More expensive
15.2% higher
than the US average
10.6% higher
than the Virginia average
Manassas, Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 115.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.2% higher than the U.S. average and 10.6% lower than the average for Virginia.

Manassas, VA

Housing costs in Manassas?
A typical home costs $491,500, which is 45.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 43.2% more expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Manassas costs $1,650 per month, which is 15.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 15.2% more than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Manassas?
To live comfortably in Manassas, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $94,320 for a family, and $58,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Manassas?
Manassas, VA is a great place to live with a reasonable cost of living. The cost of housing is lower than the national average and the unemployment rate is below the national average, making it an attractive place for those looking to settle down. Overall, Manassas provides a safe and affordable environment for those looking for a new home. Additionally, there are plenty of recreational activities available for people to spend their leisure time on. With its many parks and trails, residents can enjoy everything that this vibrant city has to offer without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesManassasVirginiaUnited States
  115.2104.2100.0
  110.299.6100
  105.0103.1100.0
  157.0112.9100.0
  $491,500$343,200$338,100
  98.0%99.3%100.0%
  102.699.4100.0
  128.6113.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Hi all: Looking for some insider info. I am from Boston. My husband was transferred down to Herndon, VA, and my son is going to George Mason University, so we are  More

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Over 9 years ago

Affordable living 40 minutes outside of  More

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I live in a subdivision outside the City of Manassas (the Sudley Subdivision) a couple of miles from the Manassas Battlefield National Park. I love the history of the  More

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