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Cost of living in Botetourt County, VA

Part of the Roanoke Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,135/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 33,875 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $948 30%
Federal tax $579 18%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $355 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $202 6%
State tax $196 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Botetourt County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$892
per month
1 bedroom
$948
per month
2 bedroom
$1,141
per month
3 bedroom
$1,597
per month
4 bedroom
$1,885
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Botetourt County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$80,467
per year
Individual earnings
$45,468
per year
Per capita
$41,322
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Botetourt County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$268,900
Annual property tax
$1,761

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Botetourt 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 Botetourt County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.5%

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 Botetourt 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 Botetourt County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.6 min
Drive alone
79.9%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Botetourt County

What it costs to live in Botetourt County each month.

Single person
$3,135
per month
  • Rent $948
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $579
  • State tax $196
Couple
$4,671
per month
  • Rent $1,141
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $987
  • State tax $364
Family
$7,289
per month
  • Rent $1,597
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $987
  • State tax $364

Frequently asked questions about Botetourt County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Botetourt County?

In Botetourt County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $948 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,141 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,597 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Botetourt County?

In Botetourt County, VA, the average household income is $80,467 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,468 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Botetourt County?

The estimated cost of living in Botetourt County, VA is approximately $3,135 per month for a single person, $4,671 for a couple, $7,289 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Botetourt County?

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

Is Botetourt County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Botetourt County, VA would need approximately $3,135 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $80,467 per year ($6,706 per month). Botetourt County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Botetourt County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Botetourt County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Botetourt County?

The average home value in Botetourt County, VA is $268,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,761, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Botetourt County compare to other areas?

You can compare Botetourt County, VA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Botetourt County is in the Roanoke, 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