Cost of Living in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County), VA

Population 7,513 · Virginia · Data vintage 2023

266

Cost Index
(100 = US avg)

Page updated: April 2026 · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year

Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Housing in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) sits 188% above the national median — $879,000 for the typical home — but median household incomes near $238,500 (220% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros. The labor market has been unusually tight, with unemployment around 2.0% — below most comparable cities in the state.

Geographically, Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) sits roughly 20 miles west of Arlington. Housing prices track closely with Arlington's $865,000 median.

Cost Overview

Housing 288

Rent 234

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County)

The median home value in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $879,000 — 188% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $3,072/month, 134% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $238,500/year is 220% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 2.0%, below the national average of 4.8%. Virginia's top state income tax rate is 5.8% and the combined sales tax is 5.6%. The climate averages highs of 66.0°F and lows of 45.3°F, with about 21" of annual snowfall. Overall, Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) has a cost of living index of 266 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 166% more expensive.

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Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) has limited residential data

Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:

Centreville, VA

Median home: $565,900

Rent: $2,238/mo

Income: $143,704

Sudley, VA

Median home: $417,100

Rent: $1,974/mo

Income: $92,101

Yorkshire, VA

Median home: $424,100

Rent: $1,713/mo

Income: $107,283

Chantilly, VA

Median home: $633,900

Rent: $2,260/mo

Income: $143,786

Bull Run CDP (Prince William County), VA

Median home: $378,800

Rent: $1,912/mo

Income: $86,487

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value

$879,000

188% above avg

Median Rent

$3,072/mo

134% above avg

Price-to-Rent Ratio

23.8x

Favors renting

Property Tax Rate

0.8%

Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio

$970

1 BR

$989

2 BR

$1,200

3 BR

$1,645

4 BR

$1,885

Owner-occupied 95.5%

Renter-occupied 4.5%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent

$3,072

Groceries national estimate

$400

Utilities local estimate

$88

Transportation local gas prices

$126

Estimated Total $3,686/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

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Eggs (dozen)

$0.548

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White Bread (lb)

$1.912

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Ground Beef (lb)

$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute

32.2 min

19% above avg

Gas Price

$3.145/gal

0% below avg

Work From Home

29.7%

Commute Mode

Drove alone

63.3%

Carpooled

4.1%

Public transit

0.8%

Walked

1.3%

Bicycle

0.1%

Work from home

29.7%

⚡ Utilities

Electricity

$0.176/kWh

0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 5.8%

Total Sales Tax 5.6%

State rate 4.3%

Avg local rate 1.3%

Property Tax 0.8%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income

$238,500

220% above avg

Per Capita Income

$83,957

Unemployment Rate

2.0%

58% below avg

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Labor Force Participation

69.9%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 41.4%

Graduate degree 30.3%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 41.7

Male median age 42.3

Female median age 40.7

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High

66.0°F

Avg Low

45.3°F

Annual Precip

43.2"

Annual Snowfall

21"

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	43	46	55	67	75	83	88	86	79	68	57	47
Low °F	25	27	34	43	53	62	67	65	58	45	36	29
Precip"	2.94	2.61	3.50	3.47	4.72	4.30	4.15	3.53	3.94	3.65	3.13	3.30
Snow"	6.9	7.0	3.9	0.1	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.3	2.8

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 46 — Good

59.5%

Good air days/yr

222

Max AQI recorded

216

PM2.5 days

130

Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County), VA?

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) has a cost index of 266 (100 = national average). It is 166% above the national average.

What is average rent in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County), VA?

The median gross rent in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $3,072 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County)?

The median home value in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $879,000 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County)?

The median household income in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is $238,500 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County), VA?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is 5.6%. The Virginia state income tax top rate is 5.8%.

Is Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County), VA affordable?

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) is above average in cost of living, with an index of 266 — about 166% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County)?

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) has average high temperatures of 66.0°F and average lows of 45.3°F. Annual precipitation is 43.2". Average annual snowfall is 21". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Bull Run CDP (Fairfax County) at a Glance

Population: 7,513
Median Income: $238,500
Home Value: $879,000
Median Rent: $3,072/mo
Unemployment: 2.0%
Avg High Temp: 66.0°F
Sales Tax: 5.6%

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