Cost of Living in Dale City, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
169.5
100 = national avg
+69.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,575
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$176,267
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing205.8
Food136.6
Transportation158.4
Healthcare129.2
Utilities143.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dale City is 169.5, which is 69.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 205.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,575 per year to cover basic expenses.