Loch Lomond, VA vs Nellysford, VA

Nellysford is moderately more affordable than Loch Lomond, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Loch Lomond scores 140 compared to 123 for Nellysford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Loch Lomond can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Loch Lomond is $2,234/month compared to $1,521/month in Nellysford — a 47% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Nellysford has cheaper rent, Loch Lomond actually has lower median home values ($412,900 vs $520,000).

Median household income in Loch Lomond is $109,873 compared to $133,036 in Nellysford (-17.4%). Nellysford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Loch Lomond spend roughly 24.4% of their income on rent, more than the 13.7% in Nellysford.