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Cost of living in Prince Edward County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,725/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 21,932 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $832 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $355 13%
Federal tax $351 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $130 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Prince Edward County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$827
per month
1 bedroom
$832
per month
2 bedroom
$992
per month
3 bedroom
$1,195
per month
4 bedroom
$1,315
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Prince Edward County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,082
per year
Individual earnings
$31,522
per year
Per capita
$25,782
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Prince Edward County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$203,700
Annual property tax
$820

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Prince Edward 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 Prince Edward County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.1%

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 Prince Edward 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 Prince Edward County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.9 min
Drive alone
70.0%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Prince Edward County

What it costs to live in Prince Edward County each month.

Single person
$2,725
per month
  • Rent $832
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $351
  • State tax $130
Couple
$3,984
per month
  • Rent $992
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $571
  • State tax $242
Family
$6,349
per month
  • Rent $1,195
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $571
  • State tax $242

Frequently asked questions about Prince Edward County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Prince Edward County?

In Prince Edward County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $832 per month, a two-bedroom averages $992 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,195 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Prince Edward County?

In Prince Edward County, VA, the average household income is $55,082 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,522 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Prince Edward County?

The estimated cost of living in Prince Edward County, VA is approximately $2,725 per month for a single person, $3,984 for a couple, $6,349 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Prince Edward County?

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

Is Prince Edward County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Prince Edward County, VA would need approximately $2,725 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,082 per year ($4,590 per month). Prince Edward County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Prince Edward County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Prince Edward County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Prince Edward County?

The average home value in Prince Edward County, VA is $203,700, with average annual property taxes of $820, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Prince Edward 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