Cost of living in Wythe County, VA
Population 28,219 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Wythe County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Wythe County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Wythe County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Wythe County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Wythe County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Wythe County
State and local tax rates for Virginia.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Wythe County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Wythe County
What it costs to live in Wythe County each month.
- Rent $659
- Energy $202
- Water $55
- Groceries $355
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $461
- State tax $162
- Rent $853
- Energy $242
- Water $65
- Groceries $588
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $576
- State tax $244
- Rent $1,077
- Energy $303
- Water $75
- Groceries $893
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $576
- State tax $244
Frequently asked questions about Wythe County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Wythe County?
In Wythe County, VA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $659 per month, a two-bedroom averages $853 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,077 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Wythe County?
In Wythe County, VA, the average household income is $55,359 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,277 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Wythe County?
The estimated cost of living in Wythe County, VA is approximately $2,694 per month for a single person, $3,852 for a couple, $6,238 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Wythe County?
The combined sales tax rate in Wythe County, VA is 5.75%, which includes the Virginia state rate of 5.30% plus an average local rate of 0.45%.
Is Wythe County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Wythe County, VA would need approximately $2,694 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,359 per year ($4,613 per month). Wythe County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Wythe County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wythe County, VA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Wythe County?
The average home value in Wythe County, VA is $172,100, with average annual property taxes of $851, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Wythe 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