Cost of Living in Glen Allen, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.9
100 = national avg
+48.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,516
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,857
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing175.8
Food123.4
Transportation146.9
Healthcare118.8
Utilities129.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,507
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,655
per month
The overall cost of living index in Glen Allen is 148.9, which is 48.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 175.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,516 per year to cover basic expenses.