Benicia, California vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 39.3% cheaper than Benicia, California.

You would need a salary of $45,531 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Benicia, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Benicia, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Richmond
than in Benicia, California
Benicia, CA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Benicia, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.3% 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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  30.8% lower
  Health
  11.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower