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Cost of living in Dickenson County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,741/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,920 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $689 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $474 17%
Groceries $355 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $166 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Dickenson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$685
per month
1 bedroom
$689
per month
2 bedroom
$851
per month
3 bedroom
$1,025
per month
4 bedroom
$1,330
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dickenson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$43,831
per year
Individual earnings
$39,027
per year
Per capita
$26,070
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dickenson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$101,100
Annual property tax
$503

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dickenson 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 Dickenson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.6%

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 Dickenson 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 Dickenson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.2 min
Drive alone
77.7%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dickenson County

What it costs to live in Dickenson County each month.

Single person
$2,741
per month
  • Rent $689
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $474
  • State tax $166
Couple
$3,620
per month
  • Rent $851
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $401
  • State tax $189
Family
$5,956
per month
  • Rent $1,025
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $401
  • State tax $189

Frequently asked questions about Dickenson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dickenson County?

In Dickenson County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $689 per month, a two-bedroom averages $851 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,025 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dickenson County?

In Dickenson County, VA, the average household income is $43,831 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,027 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dickenson County?

The estimated cost of living in Dickenson County, VA is approximately $2,741 per month for a single person, $3,620 for a couple, $5,956 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dickenson County?

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

Is Dickenson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dickenson County, VA would need approximately $2,741 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $43,831 per year ($3,653 per month). Dickenson County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Dickenson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dickenson County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dickenson County?

The average home value in Dickenson County, VA is $101,100, with average annual property taxes of $503, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dickenson 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