Columbia, South Carolina vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 13.7% more expensive than Columbia, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $129,650 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Richmond
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Columbia, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
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  13.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  9.3% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.3% higher
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