Virginia Beach, Virginia
In Virginia Beach, Virginia, a gallon of regular gas costs $3.84 as of 2026-03-23 — $0.39 above the national average of $3.45. The average monthly rent for all unit types is $1,550, compared to the national average of $1,900. Grocery inflation is running at 2.58% year-over-year. Since 2022, bread prices have increased significantly while egg prices have been volatile due to avian flu outbreaks. Virginia Beach's cost-of-living index of 98 puts it below the national average of 100.
Key Numbers
Gas (Regular)
$3.84
National: $3.45
Avg Rent (All)
$1,550
National: $1,900
Grocery Inflation
2.58%
Year-over-year
Fast Food Avg
$12.61
Combo meal
Electricity
13.8¢/kWh
~$124/mo avg bill
Car Insurance
$157/mo
$1,880/yr state avg
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Grocery Prices
Grocery Item Prices — 2022 to Present
| Item | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggs (dozen)Bird flu volatility | $1.82 | $2.10 | $2.69 | $3.98 | $2.21 | +2960.0% |
| Milk (gallon) | $3.44 | $3.64 | $3.68 | $3.83 | $3.87 | +630.0% |
| Ground Beef (lb) | $3.84 | $4.67 | $4.90 | $5.04 | $5.19 | +35.2% |
| Bread (loaf) | $2.14 | $2.92 | $3.12 | $3.37 | $3.47 | +1900.0% |
| Chicken Breast (lb) | $3.66 | $3.92 | $4.00 | $4.12 | $4.08 | +2630.0% |
| Butter (lb) | $4.21 | $4.72 | $4.96 | $5.26 | $5.36 | +27.3% |
| Bacon (lb) | $6.51 | $6.96 | $7.30 | $7.52 | $7.75 | +19.0% |
| Cheddar Cheese (lb) | $5.58 | $6.08 | $6.39 | $6.65 | $6.65 | +19.2% |
| Pasta (lb) | $1.52 | $1.87 | $1.98 | $2.02 | $2.04 | +34.2% |
| Rice (5 lb) | $4.04 | $4.60 | $4.88 | $5.08 | $5.23 | +29.5% |
| Coffee (12 oz) | $8.60 | $10.22 | $11.26 | $11.59 | $11.82 | +37.4% |
| Orange Juice (64 oz)Citrus shortage | $3.77 | $4.40 | $4.89 | $5.29 | $5.45 | +44.6% |
| Potatoes (5 lb) | $3.93 | $4.21 | $4.33 | $4.55 | $4.55 | +15.8% |
| Apples (3 lb) | $4.60 | $4.93 | $5.02 | $5.17 | $5.27 | +14.6% |
| Tomatoes (lb) | $2.18 | $2.42 | $2.51 | $2.69 | $2.72 | +24.8% |
| Lettuce (head) | $1.86 | $2.01 | $2.17 | $2.32 | $2.41 | +29.6% |
| Cooking Oil (48 oz) | $5.46 | $6.76 | $7.30 | $7.67 | $7.75 | +41.9% |
| Yogurt (32 oz) | $4.17 | $4.59 | $4.77 | $5.01 | $5.06 | +21.3% |
| Cereal (family size) | $4.81 | $5.59 | $5.98 | $6.28 | $6.47 | +34.5% |
| Frozen Pizza | $6.03 | $7.16 | $7.66 | $8.28 | $8.44 | +40.0% |
Dining & Restaurants
Fast Food Meal
$12.61
Casual Dining
$24.25
Monthly Spend
$414.75
+3.95% YoYChain Restaurant Meal Prices — 2022 vs. Today
Combo meal / typical order for one
McDonald's
2022: $7.82
$12.61
+61.3%Wendy's
2022: $8.83
$13.62
+54.2%Chipotle
2022: $9.46
$14.12
+49.3%Starbucks
2022: $4.46
$6.20
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