Cost of Living in Damascus, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
70.9
100 = national avg
-29.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,184
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$73,708
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.6
Food75.4
Transportation50.7
Healthcare80.3
Utilities81.3
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 Damascus is 70.9, which is 29.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,184 per year to cover basic expenses.