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Average Rent in Page County, VA Rents falling 6.0% YoY🔻 7th cheapest in VA

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 23,750

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Page County, VA has rental prices ranging from $736/month to $1,429/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $755/month — 46% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $59,396/year, spending $755/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Page County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $851/month, Page County ranks #62 most expensive of the 68 cities tracked in Virginia — more affordable than 92% of all US cities in our data.

The Page County Rental Market

The Page County, VA area has a population of about 23,750 and 27% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Page County, VA have fallen by $54/month (6.0%) over the past year, from $905 to $851. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Page County, VA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,200. The local median household income of $59,396 exceeds that threshold by $29,196, making Page County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Page County, VA has an unemployment rate of 3.9%, 0.0 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$736
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$755
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$851
6.0% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,075
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,429
Affordable
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Is Page County, VA Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$34,040/year
Local median income: $59,396
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $851/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in VAlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Madison County$907$913$1,096$1,361
Warren County$983$989$1,298$1,744
King and Queen County$1,152$1,197$1,325$1,645
Richmond$1,488$1,545$1,711$2,166
Roanoke$892$948$1,141$1,597
Lynchburg$1,043$1,062$1,200$1,647

Rent or Buy in Page County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Page County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$851/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $851/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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