Ankeny, Iowa vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 4.2% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $156,345 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Richmond
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Ankeny, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% higher
      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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  8.3% higher
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% higher