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Cost of living in Norton city, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,565/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,620 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $661 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $414 16%
Groceries $355 14%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $202 8%
State tax $148 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Norton city

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$657
per month
1 bedroom
$661
per month
2 bedroom
$851
per month
3 bedroom
$1,127
per month
4 bedroom
$1,429
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Norton city

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$38,497
per year
Individual earnings
$35,370
per year
Per capita
$27,033
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Norton city

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$100,700
Annual property tax
$787

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Norton 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 Norton city

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

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 Norton 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 Norton city

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.5 min
Drive alone
61.0%
Public transit
5.1%
Work from home
15.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Norton city

What it costs to live in Norton city each month.

Single person
$2,565
per month
  • Rent $661
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $414
  • State tax $148
Couple
$3,446
per month
  • Rent $851
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $323
  • State tax $163
Family
$5,884
per month
  • Rent $1,127
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $323
  • State tax $163

Frequently asked questions about Norton city

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Norton city?

In Norton city, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $661 per month, a two-bedroom averages $851 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,127 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Norton city?

In Norton city, VA, the average household income is $38,497 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,370 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Norton city?

The estimated cost of living in Norton city, VA is approximately $2,565 per month for a single person, $3,446 for a couple, $5,884 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Norton city?

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

Is Norton city an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Norton city, VA would need approximately $2,565 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $38,497 per year ($3,208 per month). Norton city has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Norton city?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Norton city, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Norton city?

The average home value in Norton city, VA is $100,700, with average annual property taxes of $787, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Norton city 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