Cost of Living in Christiansburg, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.8
100 = national avg
+15.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,933
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,388
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing124.1
Food107.7
Transportation115.3
Healthcare106.1
Utilities109.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$993
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,271
per month
The overall cost of living index in Christiansburg is 115.8, which is 15.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 124.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,933 per year to cover basic expenses.