Appleton, Wisconsin vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 14.1% more expensive than Appleton, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $85,600 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Appleton, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Richmond
than in Appleton, Wisconsin
Appleton, WI vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Appleton, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher