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Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA

Cost of living in Augusta County, VA

Part of the Staunton Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,260/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 77,713 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,114 34%
Federal tax $547 17%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $355 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $202 6%
State tax $187 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Augusta County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,107
per month
1 bedroom
$1,114
per month
2 bedroom
$1,282
per month
3 bedroom
$1,796
per month
4 bedroom
$2,092
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Augusta County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$79,972
per year
Individual earnings
$43,473
per year
Per capita
$37,781
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Augusta County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$281,400
Annual property tax
$1,379

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Augusta 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 Augusta County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.1%

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 Augusta 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 Augusta County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.8 min
Drive alone
84.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
6.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Augusta County

What it costs to live in Augusta County each month.

Single person
$3,260
per month
  • Rent $1,114
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $547
  • State tax $187
Couple
$4,802
per month
  • Rent $1,282
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $979
  • State tax $362
Family
$7,478
per month
  • Rent $1,796
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $979
  • State tax $362

Frequently asked questions about Augusta County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Augusta County?

In Augusta County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,114 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,282 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,796 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Augusta County?

In Augusta County, VA, the average household income is $79,972 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,473 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Augusta County?

The estimated cost of living in Augusta County, VA is approximately $3,260 per month for a single person, $4,802 for a couple, $7,478 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Augusta County?

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

Is Augusta County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Augusta County, VA would need approximately $3,260 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $79,972 per year ($6,664 per month). Augusta County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Augusta County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Augusta County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Augusta County?

The average home value in Augusta County, VA is $281,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,379, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Augusta County compare to other areas?

You can compare Augusta County, VA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Augusta County is in the Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA metro area.

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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