Virginia

Cost of living, salaries, housing prices, taxes and population data for Virginia. Official U.S. government data.

Population
8,657,499
Latest data · 38.8 median age
Median Household Income
$90,974
Rank #11 of 50 · 2026
Median Home Value
$360,700
$2,686/yr property tax
Salaries in Virginia
By occupation · 20 roles
Rent in Virginia
133 counties · current + historical
Taxes in Virginia
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Living in Virginia: NoVA paychecks, defense dollars

Virginia splits between Northern Virginia — defense, contractors, tech and federal money producing elite incomes — and a Richmond-to-Hampton Roads corridor of government, ports and universities. Few states concentrate so much secure, well-paid work.

NoVA housing rivals coastal metros and traffic grinds; the rest of the state stays reasonable. Taxes are moderate overall. Virginia is a machine for cleared professionals and dual-income households near DC, and a value play everywhere else.

Quick answers: Virginia

How does Virginia rank for household income?
The median household income in Virginia is $90,974, ranking #11 of 50 states in 2026.
What is the median home value in Virginia?
The median home value in Virginia is $360,700, with a median annual property tax bill of $2,686.

Virginia vs the national average

  • Income 20% above the national median ($75,561).
  • Median home value 32% above the national median ($272,900).

County Explorer — Virginia

2026 · 133 areas
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Frequently asked questions

What data does this page show?

Cost of living, median income, rent, home prices and taxes in Virginia for 2026, with county explorer and historical trends from past years to 2026.

What is the cost of living in Virginia?

Housing, rent, income and taxes for Virginia with county explorer and trends — all on this page.

How to explore Virginia counties?

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