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Cost of living in Halifax County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,764/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 33,811 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $755 27%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $441 16%
Groceries $355 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $156 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Halifax County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$736
per month
1 bedroom
$755
per month
2 bedroom
$851
per month
3 bedroom
$1,082
per month
4 bedroom
$1,196
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Halifax County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,244
per year
Individual earnings
$37,006
per year
Per capita
$27,115
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Halifax County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$148,900
Annual property tax
$729

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Halifax 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 Halifax County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.8%

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 Halifax 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 Halifax County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.5 min
Drive alone
78.9%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Halifax County

What it costs to live in Halifax County each month.

Single person
$2,764
per month
  • Rent $755
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $441
  • State tax $156
Couple
$3,726
per month
  • Rent $851
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $481
  • State tax $215
Family
$6,119
per month
  • Rent $1,082
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $481
  • State tax $215

Frequently asked questions about Halifax County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Halifax County?

In Halifax County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $755 per month, a two-bedroom averages $851 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,082 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Halifax County?

In Halifax County, VA, the average household income is $49,244 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,006 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Halifax County?

The estimated cost of living in Halifax County, VA is approximately $2,764 per month for a single person, $3,726 for a couple, $6,119 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Halifax County?

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

Is Halifax County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Halifax County, VA would need approximately $2,764 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,244 per year ($4,104 per month). Halifax County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Halifax County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Halifax County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Halifax County?

The average home value in Halifax County, VA is $148,900, with average annual property taxes of $729, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Halifax 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