Capitol Heights, Maryland vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 14.0% cheaper than Capitol Heights, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $36,995 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Capitol Heights, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Capitol Heights, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% cheaper in Richmond
than in Capitol Heights, Maryland
Capitol Heights, MD vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Capitol Heights, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  42.0% lower
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower