Cost of Living in Alleghany County, VA

What does it cost to live in Alleghany County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$52,546

Median Rent

$662/mo

Median Home

$123,600

Affordability

588

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$625
Property Tax$79
Insurance$41

Total Monthly$745
% of Income17%

Renting

Median Rent$662
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$687
% of Income15.1%

Living in Alleghany County, Virginia

Alleghany County has a median household income of $52,546 with housing costs that represent 17% of income for owners and 15.1% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.