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Cost of living in Southampton County, VA

Estimated monthly cost
$3,071/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,988 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $890 29%
Federal tax $574 19%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $355 12%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $202 7%
State tax $195 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Southampton County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$884
per month
1 bedroom
$890
per month
2 bedroom
$1,167
per month
3 bedroom
$1,492
per month
4 bedroom
$1,960
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Southampton County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,465
per year
Individual earnings
$45,131
per year
Per capita
$32,981
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Southampton County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$208,800
Annual property tax
$1,380

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Southampton 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 Southampton County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.2%

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 Southampton 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 Southampton County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
34.0 min
Drive alone
78.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
5.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Southampton County

What it costs to live in Southampton County each month.

Single person
$3,071
per month
  • Rent $890
  • Energy $202
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $355
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $574
  • State tax $195
Couple
$4,443
per month
  • Rent $1,167
  • Energy $242
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $588
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $790
  • State tax $307
Family
$6,930
per month
  • Rent $1,492
  • Energy $303
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $893
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $790
  • State tax $307

Frequently asked questions about Southampton County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Southampton County?

In Southampton County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $890 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,167 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,492 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Southampton County?

In Southampton County, VA, the average household income is $68,465 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,131 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Southampton County?

The estimated cost of living in Southampton County, VA is approximately $3,071 per month for a single person, $4,443 for a couple, $6,930 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Southampton County?

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

Is Southampton County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Southampton County, VA would need approximately $3,071 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,465 per year ($5,705 per month). Southampton County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Southampton County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Southampton County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Southampton County?

The average home value in Southampton County, VA is $208,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,380, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Southampton 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