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Cost of Living in Charles City, VA

Population: 36 | Virginia

99
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Charles City is 1% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
100
Home Values
98
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Charles City, VA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 99, Charles City, VA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 5% below the Virginia state average of 104. Charles City is a small community of 36 residents.

The median household income in Charles City is $211,875, which is 182% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Everyday prices in the Richmond, VA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$211,875
vs US Median ($75,149)
+182%

Housing

Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,597/mo

Everyday Prices in Charles City

BLS Average Prices for the Richmond, VA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.98
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🥚
$2.43
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-3% vs US
🥛
$3.91
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🍞
$1.80
Bread (white)
per lb
-3% vs US
🍗
$4.02
Chicken breast
per lb
-3% vs US
$0.17
Electricity
per kWh
-11% vs US

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