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Cost of Living in Bath County

Is it better to rent or buy in Bath County? Explore median costs, utility estimates, and run the numbers on your own budget to see how far your income goes.

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Rent vs. Buy Affordability Calculator

Adjust the sliders to match your scenario. We recommend keeping total housing costs under 40% of your gross income.

$61,053
$772/mo

Median in area: $772

$205,859

Median in area: $205,859

$41,172

If you Rent

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$970 /mo
Base Rent$772
Est. Utilities$198
% of Income19.1%
Pre-tax Residual$4,118

If you Buy

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$1,419 /mo
P&I (7.083%)$1,105
Taxes & Ins$116
Est. Utilities$198
% of Income27.9%
Pre-tax Residual$3,669

Compare Nearby Areas

See how Bath County stacks up against neighboring areas.

countyAugusta County, VA
$1,141/mo
countyHighland County, VA
$856/mo
countyRockbridge County, VA
$948/mo
countyPocahontas County, WV
$745/mo
countyAlleghany County, VA
$798/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Bath County?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in Bath County. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $970, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $1,419 per month (a difference of $449).

How much do utilities cost in Bath County?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in Bath County is approximately $198. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in Bath County?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in Bath County without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $38,800 per year.