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Cost of living in Buena Vista city, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,747/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,612 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $812 30%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $384 14%
Groceries $355 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $139 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Buena Vista city

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$777
per month
1 bedroom
$812
per month
2 bedroom
$899
per month
3 bedroom
$1,260
per month
4 bedroom
$1,510
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Buena Vista city

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,458
per year
Individual earnings
$33,571
per year
Per capita
$33,175
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Buena Vista city

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$153,500
Annual property tax
$1,444

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Buena Vista city

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 Buena Vista city

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.1%

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 Buena Vista city

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 Buena Vista city

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.3 min
Drive alone
79.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Buena Vista city

What it costs to live in Buena Vista city each month.

Single person
$2,747
per month
  • Rent $812
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $384
  • State tax $139
Couple
$3,878
per month
  • Rent $899
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $561
  • State tax $239
Family
$6,401
per month
  • Rent $1,260
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $561
  • State tax $239

Frequently asked questions about Buena Vista city

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Buena Vista city?

In Buena Vista city, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $812 per month, a two-bedroom averages $899 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,260 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Buena Vista city?

In Buena Vista city, VA, the average household income is $54,458 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,571 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Buena Vista city?

The estimated cost of living in Buena Vista city, VA is approximately $2,747 per month for a single person, $3,878 for a couple, $6,401 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Buena Vista city?

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

Is Buena Vista city an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Buena Vista city, VA would need approximately $2,747 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,458 per year ($4,538 per month). Buena Vista city has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Buena Vista city?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Buena Vista city, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Buena Vista city?

The average home value in Buena Vista city, VA is $153,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,444, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Buena Vista city compare to other areas?

You can compare Buena Vista city, VA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Buena Vista city is in Virginia.

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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