Cost of Living in Lafayette, VA

With a cost of living index of 97, Lafayette, VA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 3% cheaper than the national average and 8% below the Virginia state average of 104. Lafayette is a small community of 528 residents.

The median household income in Lafayette is $32,210, which is 57% lower than the national median of $75,149.

Everyday prices in the Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, 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.