Cost of Living in Manchester, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.6
100 = national avg
+20.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,062
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,420
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing150.4
Food105.4
Transportation91.9
Healthcare104.3
Utilities113.3
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 Manchester is 120.6, which is 20.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 150.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,062 per year to cover basic expenses.