salaryRent is higher than in 77% of U.S. cities. Commutes are short, about 10.2 minutes. Most households rent (98%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $88,680 a year. That is $43 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 114 of 199 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Lee?
Share of households by yearly income. 23.0% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Lee
| Size | Fort Lee | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $1,898 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,990 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,997 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Lee 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 Lee, so the Virginia figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fort Lee
Life in Fort Lee
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Lee, VA?
Renting in Fort Lee costs a median of about $2,217 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Virginia median is $2,049.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Lee?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $88,680 a year, or $43 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Lee cheap or expensive?
Fort Lee is rated OK: rent takes 29.9% of the typical household income of $89,044. It ranks 114th cheapest of 199 Virginia cities we track.
Is Fort Lee 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.
8,993 people live in Fort Lee. Numbers are typical (middle) values.