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Cost of living in Accomack County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,762/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 33,326 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $776 28%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $423 15%
Groceries $355 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $151 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Accomack County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$690
per month
1 bedroom
$776
per month
2 bedroom
$940
per month
3 bedroom
$1,257
per month
4 bedroom
$1,521
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Accomack County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,500
per year
Individual earnings
$35,903
per year
Per capita
$33,213
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Accomack County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$193,100
Annual property tax
$962

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Accomack County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$153
per month · 14.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$49
per month
Annual total
$2,424
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Accomack County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.3%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Accomack County

State and local tax rates for Virginia.

State income tax
5.8%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.3%
Combined sales tax
5.8%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Accomack County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.1 min
Drive alone
71.8%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Accomack County

What it costs to live in Accomack County each month.

Single person
$2,762
per month
  • Rent $776
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $423
  • State tax $151
Couple
$3,984
per month
  • Rent $940
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $611
  • State tax $254
Family
$6,463
per month
  • Rent $1,257
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $611
  • State tax $254

Frequently asked questions about Accomack County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Accomack County?

In Accomack County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $776 per month, a two-bedroom averages $940 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,257 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Accomack County?

In Accomack County, VA, the average household income is $57,500 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,903 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Accomack County?

The estimated cost of living in Accomack County, VA is approximately $2,762 per month for a single person, $3,984 for a couple, $6,463 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Accomack County?

The combined sales tax rate in Accomack County, VA is 5.75%, which includes the Virginia state rate of 5.30% plus an average local rate of 0.45%.

Is Accomack County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Accomack County, VA would need approximately $2,762 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,500 per year ($4,792 per month). Accomack County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Accomack County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Accomack County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Accomack County?

The average home value in Accomack County, VA is $193,100, with average annual property taxes of $962, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Accomack County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources