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Cost of living in Buckingham County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,855/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,914 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $834 29%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $450 16%
Groceries $355 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $159 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Buckingham County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$809
per month
1 bedroom
$834
per month
2 bedroom
$935
per month
3 bedroom
$1,180
per month
4 bedroom
$1,342
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Buckingham County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,199
per year
Individual earnings
$37,599
per year
Per capita
$28,353
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Buckingham County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$167,800
Annual property tax
$874

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Buckingham 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 Buckingham County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.6%

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 Buckingham 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 Buckingham County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
42.7 min
Drive alone
79.5%
Public transit
1.2%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Buckingham County

What it costs to live in Buckingham County each month.

Single person
$2,855
per month
  • Rent $834
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $450
  • State tax $159
Couple
$4,015
per month
  • Rent $935
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $639
  • State tax $262
Family
$6,422
per month
  • Rent $1,180
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $639
  • State tax $262

Frequently asked questions about Buckingham County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Buckingham County?

In Buckingham County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $834 per month, a two-bedroom averages $935 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,180 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Buckingham County?

In Buckingham County, VA, the average household income is $59,199 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,599 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Buckingham County?

The estimated cost of living in Buckingham County, VA is approximately $2,855 per month for a single person, $4,015 for a couple, $6,422 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Buckingham County?

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

Is Buckingham County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Buckingham County, VA would need approximately $2,855 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,199 per year ($4,933 per month). Buckingham County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Buckingham County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Buckingham County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Buckingham County?

The average home value in Buckingham County, VA is $167,800, with average annual property taxes of $874, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Buckingham 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