Herndon, VA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Herndon, Virginia?
$10,290 / month
for a family, 90.6% more expensive than the national average A total of $123,480 for the year for a family.
$6,100 / month
for a single person, 28.0% more expensive than the national average A total of $73,200 for the year for a single person.

Herndon cost of living score
149.7
More expensive
49.7% higher
than the US average
43.7% higher
than the Virginia average
Herndon, Virginia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 149.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 49.7% higher than the U.S. average and 43.7% lower than the average for Virginia.

Herndon, VA

Housing costs in Herndon?
A typical home costs $644,800, which is 90.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 87.9% more expensive than the average Virginia home, at $343,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Herndon costs $2,080 per month, which is 45.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 32.7% more than the state average of $1,400.

Can I afford Herndon?
To live comfortably in Herndon, Virginia, a minimum annual income of $123,480 for a family, and $73,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Herndon?
Herndon, VA is an ideal location for those looking to experience the best of Northern Virginia without breaking the bank. The cost of living in Herndon is comparatively lower than other nearby cities such as Washington D.C., Arlington and Reston, making it a great place to live on a budget. Rent prices are generally lower than surrounding areas and there are many affordable food, retail and entertainment options available in the town. Overall, Herndon provides a pleasant living experience at an economical price.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesHerndonVirginiaUnited States
    Unlock104.2100.0
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    Unlock$343,200$338,100
  99.5  Unlock100.0
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  147.4  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 10 years ago

Seasons tend to be relatively mild. The warmer seasons are extended by 3-4 weeks as compared to the New York Metropolitan Area.  More

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Over 16 years ago

Traffic has gotten out of control the last couple of  More

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Over 16 years ago

We actually live south of Herndon in Oak Hill (Zip Code 20171). The Town of Herndon is incorporated, Oak Hill is not. Herndon is a nice enough city with an historic area  More

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