What it actually costs to live in
Mathews County, VA.
Living wage breakdown for Mathews County, Virginia — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $19.17 | $39,878 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $29.58 | $61,526 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $39.43 | $82,018 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $49.08 | $102,079 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $25.49 | $53,022 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $36.09 | $75,058 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $45.59 | $94,833 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $54.89 | $114,166 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $12,864 | $1,072 |
| Food | $4,959 | $413 |
| Medical | $3,836 | $320 |
| Transportation | $5,736 | $478 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,344 | $195 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,961 | $247 |
| Taxes | $7,178 | $598 |
| Total | $39,878 | $3,323 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$19.17/hr
Minimum wage$12.41/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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