Cost of Living in Appalachia, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
65.8
100 = national avg
-34.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$28,958
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$68,446
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.3
Food79.8
Transportation59.5
Healthcare83.8
Utilities79.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$697
per month
2 Bedroom
$914
per month
The overall cost of living index in Appalachia is 65.8, which is 34.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $28,958 per year to cover basic expenses.