Cost of Living in Gargatha, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
121.6
100 = national avg
+21.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,514
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,487
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing135.5
Food110.0
Transportation117.2
Healthcare108.0
Utilities113.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$856
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,054
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gargatha is 121.6, which is 21.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 135.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,514 per year to cover basic expenses.