Cost of Living in Ripplemead, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.5
100 = national avg
+11.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,042
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,917
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing62.1
Food109.0
Transportation234.5
Healthcare107.2
Utilities97.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$898
per month
2 Bedroom
$984
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ripplemead is 111.5, which is 11.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 62.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,042 per year to cover basic expenses.