Cost of Living in Emporia city, VA

Modeled annual cost: $39,854.

Median family income: $59,935.

Affordability Snapshot

VA County Median

$48,616

State Rank

131thMost expensive counties in VA out of 133See Virginia county rankings

Median Income

$59,935

Location Type

Not Metropolitan

Biggest category:

Transport is the biggest expense in Emporia city, VA.

$11,002 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$39,854

Per year

  • Transport:$11,002
  • Housing:$8,871
  • Taxes:$7,621
  • Healthcare:$4,661
  • Other Costs:$3,926
  • Food:$3,773
  • Childcare:$0

* Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

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