Cost of Living in Madison, VA

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

97.1

100 = national avg

-2.9 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$42,743

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$101,029

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
126.0
Food
86.0
Transportation
71.9
Healthcare
88.8
Utilities
96.8

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$971

per month

2 Bedroom

$1,066

per month

The overall cost of living index in Madison is 97.1, which is 2.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,743 per year to cover basic expenses.