Cost of Living in Emporia, VA

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7%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
30%
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 Emporia Virginia National
Cost of living93111100
Groceries101103100
Health care105103100
Housing70129100
Transportation103105100
Utilities101104100
Lifestyle & Entertainment106103100
Household Items100102100
Education & Childcare108109100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Emporia is 16% lower than the Virginia average
  • The cost of living in Emporia is 7% lower than the national average
  • Emporia housing is 30% 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$79,723$6,644$1,860$2,392
      Renters$35,884$2,990$837$1,077
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Emporia, VA, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Emporia homeowners, is $79,723. This would allow for a maximum of $1,860 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $35,884 which would result in a maximum of $837 to be spent on rental costs.

      Virginia Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Virginia 5.3% 6%

      Virginia Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      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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