Cost of Living in Harrisonburg, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.6
100 = national avg
+4.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,028
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,794
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing128.0
Food95.7
Transportation78.7
Healthcare96.5
Utilities103.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,057
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,322
per month
The overall cost of living index in Harrisonburg is 104.6, which is 4.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 128.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,028 per year to cover basic expenses.