Ashburn, VA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Ashburn, Virginia?
$11,220 / month
for a family, 107.8% more expensive than the national average A total of $134,640 for the year for a family.
$6,033 / month
for a single person, 26.6% more expensive than the national average A total of $72,400 for the year for a single person.

Ashburn cost of living score
147.9
More expensive
47.9% higher
than the US average
41.9% higher
than the Virginia average
Ashburn, Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 147.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 47.9% higher than the U.S. average and 41.9% lower than the average for Virginia.

Ashburn, VA

Housing costs in Ashburn?
A typical home costs $703,400, which is 108.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 105.0% more expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ashburn costs $2,060 per month, which is 44.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 32.0% more than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Ashburn?
To live comfortably in Ashburn, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $134,640 for a family, and $72,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ashburn?
The cost of living in Ashburn, VA is relatively high compared to other cities in the United States. Housing prices are especially high, with the median home value being around $567,000, making it one of the most expensive places to buy a house in Virginia. In addition, goods and services such as groceries, healthcare, and transportation can also be more costly than other areas. However, many people choose to live in Ashburn due to its close proximity to Washington D.C., its excellent public schools, and its thriving economy. Despite the high cost of living, many believe that it is worth it for the great quality of life available here.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesAshburnVirginiaUnited States
    Unlock104.2100.0
  112.5  Unlock100.0
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  228.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$343,200$338,100
  98.6  Unlock100.0
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  147.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Ashburn
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Over 7 years ago

We’ve lived here for 10 months and it’s not awesome. The housing costs are insane and the yards are postage stamps with apartments and townhomes lining every road and  More

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Over 10 years ago

Ashburn is part of the growing population of Northern Virginia. A planned community, largely built in the 1990's, Ashburn was one of the first developments in eastern  More

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Over 10 years ago

Weather is great, has all four seasons, minor snow fall and mild  More

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