Alexandria, Virginia vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 31.5% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $45,207 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Richmond
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Alexandria, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  13.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  35.2% lower
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower