Cost of Living in Bristol, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.8
100 = national avg
-20.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,117
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,004
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.5
Food84.2
Transportation68.3
Healthcare87.3
Utilities87.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$818
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,044
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bristol is 79.8, which is 20.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,117 per year to cover basic expenses.