Cost of Living in George Mason, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
234.3
100 = national avg
+134.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$103,081
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$243,646
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing299.2
Food168.1
Transportation236.1
Healthcare154.5
Utilities180.7
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 George Mason is 234.3, which is 134.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 299.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $103,081 per year to cover basic expenses.