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Cost of living in Rockbridge County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,864/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 22,578 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $812 28%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $474 17%
Groceries $355 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $166 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Rockbridge County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$777
per month
1 bedroom
$812
per month
2 bedroom
$899
per month
3 bedroom
$1,260
per month
4 bedroom
$1,510
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Rockbridge County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,975
per year
Individual earnings
$39,040
per year
Per capita
$37,739
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Rockbridge County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$238,700
Annual property tax
$1,432

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Rockbridge 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 Rockbridge County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.3%

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 Rockbridge 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 Rockbridge County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.7 min
Drive alone
78.1%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
10.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Rockbridge County

What it costs to live in Rockbridge County each month.

Single person
$2,864
per month
  • Rent $812
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $474
  • State tax $166
Couple
$4,080
per month
  • Rent $899
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $717
  • State tax $285
Family
$6,603
per month
  • Rent $1,260
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $717
  • State tax $285

Frequently asked questions about Rockbridge County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Rockbridge County?

In Rockbridge County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $812 per month, a two-bedroom averages $899 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,260 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Rockbridge County?

In Rockbridge County, VA, the average household income is $63,975 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,040 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Rockbridge County?

The estimated cost of living in Rockbridge County, VA is approximately $2,864 per month for a single person, $4,080 for a couple, $6,603 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Rockbridge County?

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

Is Rockbridge County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Rockbridge County, VA would need approximately $2,864 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,975 per year ($5,331 per month). Rockbridge County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Rockbridge County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Rockbridge County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Rockbridge County?

The average home value in Rockbridge County, VA is $238,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,432, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Rockbridge 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