Abingdon, VA vs Hillsville, VA

Hillsville is moderately more affordable than Abingdon, with a 7.4% lower cost of living index. Abingdon scores 72 compared to 67 for Hillsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Abingdon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Abingdon is $794/month compared to $691/month in Hillsville — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hillsville is more affordable at $132,600 median vs $217,700.

Median household income in Abingdon is $54,976 compared to $62,861 in Hillsville (-12.5%). Hillsville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Abingdon spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.2% in Hillsville.