Cost of Living in Stafford County, VA

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

Median Income

$128,036

Median Rent

$1,828/mo

Median Home

$431,900

Affordability

411

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$2,184
Property Tax$266
Insurance$144

Total Monthly$2,594
% of Income24.3%

Renting

Median Rent$1,828
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,853
% of Income17.1%

Living in Stafford County, Virginia

Stafford County has a median household income of $128,036 with housing costs that represent 24.3% of income for owners and 17.1% 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.