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Cost of living in Mecklenburg County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,727/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 30,431 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $677 25%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $473 17%
Groceries $355 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $165 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Mecklenburg County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$672
per month
1 bedroom
$677
per month
2 bedroom
$888
per month
3 bedroom
$1,145
per month
4 bedroom
$1,177
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Mecklenburg County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$51,691
per year
Individual earnings
$38,959
per year
Per capita
$33,014
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Mecklenburg County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$169,400
Annual property tax
$826

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.7%

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 Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.0 min
Drive alone
82.4%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
7.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Mecklenburg County

What it costs to live in Mecklenburg County each month.

Single person
$2,727
per month
  • Rent $677
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $473
  • State tax $165
Couple
$3,810
per month
  • Rent $888
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $517
  • State tax $226
Family
$6,229
per month
  • Rent $1,145
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $517
  • State tax $226

Frequently asked questions about Mecklenburg County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Mecklenburg County?

In Mecklenburg County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $677 per month, a two-bedroom averages $888 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,145 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Mecklenburg County?

In Mecklenburg County, VA, the average household income is $51,691 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,959 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Mecklenburg County?

The estimated cost of living in Mecklenburg County, VA is approximately $2,727 per month for a single person, $3,810 for a couple, $6,229 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Mecklenburg County?

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

Is Mecklenburg County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Mecklenburg County, VA would need approximately $2,727 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $51,691 per year ($4,308 per month). Mecklenburg County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Mecklenburg County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Mecklenburg County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Mecklenburg County?

The average home value in Mecklenburg County, VA is $169,400, with average annual property taxes of $826, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Mecklenburg 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