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Cost of living in Nottoway County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,819/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,597 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $681 24%
Federal tax $541 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $355 13%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $185 7%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Nottoway County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$677
per month
1 bedroom
$681
per month
2 bedroom
$894
per month
3 bedroom
$1,253
per month
4 bedroom
$1,414
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Nottoway County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,161
per year
Individual earnings
$43,106
per year
Per capita
$25,832
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nottoway County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$179,800
Annual property tax
$756

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nottoway 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 Nottoway County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.8%

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 Nottoway 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 Nottoway County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.7 min
Drive alone
80.9%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
6.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nottoway County

What it costs to live in Nottoway County each month.

Single person
$2,819
per month
  • Rent $681
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $541
  • State tax $185
Couple
$4,036
per month
  • Rent $894
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $687
  • State tax $276
Family
$6,557
per month
  • Rent $1,253
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $687
  • State tax $276

Frequently asked questions about Nottoway County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Nottoway County?

In Nottoway County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $681 per month, a two-bedroom averages $894 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,253 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Nottoway County?

In Nottoway County, VA, the average household income is $62,161 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,106 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Nottoway County?

The estimated cost of living in Nottoway County, VA is approximately $2,819 per month for a single person, $4,036 for a couple, $6,557 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Nottoway County?

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

Is Nottoway County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Nottoway County, VA would need approximately $2,819 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,161 per year ($5,180 per month). Nottoway County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Nottoway County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nottoway County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Nottoway County?

The average home value in Nottoway County, VA is $179,800, with average annual property taxes of $756, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Nottoway 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