Cost of Living in Mathews, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.5
100 = national avg
-13.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,068
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,978
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.7
Food90.6
Transportation74.9
Healthcare92.5
Utilities92.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,512
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,713
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mathews is 86.5, which is 13.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,068 per year to cover basic expenses.