Cost of Living in Lakeside, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
116.9
100 = national avg
+16.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,446
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,600
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing137.9
Food103.3
Transportation106.5
Healthcare102.6
Utilities109.5
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 Lakeside is 116.9, which is 16.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 137.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,446 per year to cover basic expenses.