Cost of Living in Mechanicsville, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.1
100 = national avg
+47.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,736
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,012
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing168.3
Food124.6
Transportation149.1
Healthcare119.7
Utilities128.4
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 Mechanicsville is 147.1, which is 47.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 168.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,736 per year to cover basic expenses.