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Cost of living in New Kent County, VA

Part of the Richmond Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,932/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 24,139 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,545 39%
Federal tax $733 19%
Healthcare $480 12%
Groceries $355 9%
Transport $320 8%
State tax $242 6%
Energy $202 5%
Water $55 1%

Rent in New Kent County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,488
per month
1 bedroom
$1,545
per month
2 bedroom
$1,711
per month
3 bedroom
$2,166
per month
4 bedroom
$2,677
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in New Kent County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$120,125
per year
Individual earnings
$54,889
per year
Per capita
$51,609
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in New Kent County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$371,500
Annual property tax
$2,523

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in New Kent 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 New Kent County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.8%

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 New Kent 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 New Kent County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.5 min
Drive alone
75.1%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
18.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for New Kent County

What it costs to live in New Kent County each month.

Single person
$3,932
per month
  • Rent $1,545
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $733
  • State tax $242
Couple
$6,080
per month
  • Rent $1,711
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,636
  • State tax $554
Family
$8,697
per month
  • Rent $2,166
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,636
  • State tax $554

Frequently asked questions about New Kent County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in New Kent County?

In New Kent County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,545 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,711 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,166 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in New Kent County?

In New Kent County, VA, the average household income is $120,125 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $54,889 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in New Kent County?

The estimated cost of living in New Kent County, VA is approximately $3,932 per month for a single person, $6,080 for a couple, $8,697 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in New Kent County?

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

Is New Kent County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in New Kent County, VA would need approximately $3,932 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $120,125 per year ($10,010 per month). New Kent County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in New Kent County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in New Kent County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in New Kent County?

The average home value in New Kent County, VA is $371,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,523, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does New Kent County compare to other areas?

You can compare New Kent County, VA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. New Kent County is in the Richmond, VA metro area.

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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