Cost of Living in Essex County, VA

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

Median Income

$52,335

Median Rent

$942/mo

Median Home

$217,000

Affordability

340

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,097
Property Tax$114
Insurance$72

Total Monthly$1,283
% of Income29.4%

Renting

Median Rent$942
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$967
% of Income21.6%

Living in Essex County, Virginia

Essex County has a median household income of $52,335 with housing costs that represent 29.4% of income for owners and 21.6% 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.