Cost of Living in Virginia
Cost of Living in Virginia | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 4% higher |
Utilities (Monthly) | 2% higher |
Food | 4% lower |
Healthcare | 2% higher |
Transportation | 7% lower |
Goods & Services | 1% higher |
The cost of living in Virginia is 1% higher than the national average. Housing is 4% higher than the national average, while utilities are 2% higher. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 1% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 1% higher.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 2% higher in Virginia compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 1% higher.
The Cost of Living in Virginia Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Arlington, VA | 40% higher | 41% higher |
Alexandria, VA | 36% higher | 36% higher |
Charlottesville, VA | 2% higher | 3% higher |
Winchester, VA | 1% lower | - |
Richmond, VA | 4% lower | 3% lower |
Blacksburg, VA | 5% lower | 5% lower |
Staunton, VA | 6% lower | 5% lower |
Harrisonburg, VA | 6% lower | 6% lower |
Roanoke, VA | 8% lower | 8% lower |
Lynchburg, VA | 10% lower | 9% lower |
Lexington, VA | 13% lower | 12% lower |
Martinsville, VA | 14% lower | 13% lower |