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Cost of Living in Virgin

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

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$72,195
$1,468/mo

Median in area: $1,468

$461,741

Median in area: $461,741

$92,348

If you Rent

$1,659 /mo
Base Rent$1,468
Est. Utilities$191
% of Income27.6%
Pre-tax Residual$4,357

If you Buy

$2,840 /mo
P&I (6.886%)$2,429
Taxes & Ins$220
Est. Utilities$191
% of Income47.2%
Pre-tax Residual$3,176

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Virgin?

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in Virgin. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,659, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $2,840 per month (a difference of $1,181).

How much do utilities cost in Virgin?

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in Virgin is approximately $191. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in Virgin?

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in Virgin without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $66,360 per year.