Cost of Living in Fort Chiswell, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.2
100 = national avg
+11.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,915
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,617
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing96.6
Food115.1
Transportation123.4
Healthcare112.1
Utilities108.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$762
per month
2 Bedroom
$914
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Chiswell is 111.2, which is 11.2% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 96.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,915 per year to cover basic expenses.