Cost of Living in Falls Church, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
256.4
100 = national avg
+156.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$112,802
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$266,622
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing358.4
Food168.3
Transportation236.5
Healthcare154.6
Utilities192.6
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 Falls Church is 256.4, which is 156.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 358.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $112,802 per year to cover basic expenses.