Cost of Living in Ashland, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.6
100 = national avg
+10.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,656
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,005
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.4
Food99.7
Transportation99.4
Healthcare99.7
Utilities105.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,507
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,655
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ashland is 110.6, which is 10.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,656 per year to cover basic expenses.