Merrimac, VA Cost of Living


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Merrimac cost of living score
89.6
Less expensive
10.4% lower
than the US average
14.0% lower
than the Virginia average
Merrimac, 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.

Merrimac, VA

Housing costs in Merrimac?
A typical home costs $182,800, which is 45.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 46.7% less expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Merrimac costs $1,120 per month, which is 21.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 25.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Merrimac?
To live comfortably in Merrimac, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $34,920 for a family, and $36,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Merrimac?
The cost of living in Merrimac, VA is quite low compared to other cities in the United States. According to Sperling's Best Places, the overall cost of living index in Merrimac is almost 7% lower than the national average. The median home price in the city is also very affordable at just over $200,000. In addition, Merrimac also has a low unemployment rate and a thriving economy bolstered by its close proximity to major cities such as Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Richmond. All this combines to make Merrimac an attractive option for those looking for an affordable place to live without sacrificing quality of life or convenience.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMerrimacVirginiaUnited States
  89.6104.2100.0
  103.399.6100
  117.2103.1100.0
  42.9112.9100.0
  $182,800$343,200$338,100
  97.4%99.3%100.0%
  69.699.4100.0
  139.0113.7100.0

   100=National Average

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