STAUNTON, VA (Rocktown Now) – U.S. News & World Report Real Estate released their “Best Places to Live in Virginia in 2025-2026” list. According to the U.S. News & World Report, the data used for their rankings comes from their own findings as well as data from Applied Geographic Solutions.

Staunton was ranked 8th out of 23 best places to live in Virginia. The ranking is based on cost of living, education, health care, crime rates, weather, commuting and culture.

The data highlighted includes the median household income of $62,115, compared to the national average of $79,466. The median household income shows the national average is $79,466, while in Staunton it is $62,115.

The overall score given was a 6 out of 10.

For more information and to view the whole ranking, click here: 23 Best Places to Live in Virginia in the U.S. in 2025-2026 | U.S. News