Cost of Living in Mount Vernon, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
226.8
100 = national avg
+126.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,810
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$235,914
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing274.7
Food169.9
Transportation239.8
Healthcare155.9
Utilities176.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mount Vernon is 226.8, which is 126.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 274.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,810 per year to cover basic expenses.