Cost of Living in Charlottesville, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.4
100 = national avg
+34.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,155
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$139,821
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing185.0
Food103.4
Transportation106.7
Healthcare102.7
Utilities119.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,602
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,824
per month
The overall cost of living index in Charlottesville is 134.4, which is 34.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 185.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,155 per year to cover basic expenses.