Cost of Living in Dahlgren Center, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
161.3
100 = national avg
+61.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,955
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,713
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing203.1
Food126.0
Transportation151.9
Healthcare120.8
Utilities136.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,211
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,469
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dahlgren Center is 161.3, which is 61.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 203.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,955 per year to cover basic expenses.