salaryRent here is among the highest 10% in the country. Most households rent (99%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $126,280 a year. That is $61 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Virginia cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Virginia. It is number 175 of 199 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Belvoir?
Share of households by yearly income. 36.2% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Belvoir
| Size | Fort Belvoir | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $3,300 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,233 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,625 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Belvoir overall?
Everyday prices in Virginia overall are 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.1, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fort Belvoir, so the Virginia figure is shown.
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Life in Fort Belvoir
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Belvoir, VA?
Renting in Fort Belvoir costs a median of about $3,157 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Virginia median is $2,049.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Belvoir?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $126,280 a year, or $61 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Belvoir cheap or expensive?
Fort Belvoir is rated Expensive: rent takes 33.7% of the typical household income of $112,385. It ranks 175th cheapest of 199 Virginia cities we track.
Is Fort Belvoir more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Virginia are 1% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
8,449 people live in Fort Belvoir. Numbers are typical (middle) values.