Cost of Living in Appalachia, VA

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20%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
61%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Appalachia Virginia National
Cost of living80111100
Groceries96103100
Health care99103100
Housing39129100
Transportation97105100
Utilities99104100
Lifestyle & Entertainment99103100
Household Items98102100
Education & Childcare100109100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Appalachia is 28% lower than the Virginia average
  • The cost of living in Appalachia is 20% lower than the national average
  • Appalachia housing is 61% lower than the national average
  • Virginia general sales tax is 4% higher than the national average
  • Virginia state income tax is 23% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$67,970$5,664$1,586$2,039
      Renters$18,607$1,551$434$558

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      Virginia 5.3% 6%

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      Virginia 2% 5.75%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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