Cost of Living in Staunton, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.9
100 = national avg
+1.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,835
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,973
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.0
Food97.8
Transportation93.9
Healthcare98.3
Utilities100.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,095
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,261
per month
The overall cost of living index in Staunton is 101.9, which is 1.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,835 per year to cover basic expenses.