Cost of Living in Massanutten, VA

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15%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
39%
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 Massanutten Virginia National
Cost of living115111100
Groceries102103100
Health care105103100
Housing139129100
Transportation102105100
Utilities107104100
Lifestyle & Entertainment107103100
Household Items104102100
Education & Childcare108109100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Massanutten is 3% higher than the Virginia average
  • The cost of living in Massanutten is 15% higher than the national average
  • Massanutten housing is 39% higher 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$117,938$9,828$2,752$3,538
      Renters$95,017$7,918$2,217$2,851

      Virginia Sales Tax

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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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