Cost of Living in Sussex, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.0
100 = national avg
+4.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,739
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,109
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing94.5
Food113.8
Transportation85.4
Healthcare111.1
Utilities107.2
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 Sussex is 104.0, which is 4.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,739 per year to cover basic expenses.