Cost of Living in Gainesville, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
231.1
100 = national avg
+131.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,696
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$240,373
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing296.9
Food179.2
Transportation177.1
Healthcare163.3
Utilities186.9
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 Gainesville is 231.1, which is 131.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 296.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,696 per year to cover basic expenses.