Elk Grove, California vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 29.8% cheaper than Elk Grove, California.

You would need a salary of $56,199 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elk Grove, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Elk Grove, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Richmond
than in Elk Grove, California
Elk Grove, CA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Elk Grove, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% 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
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  34.8% lower
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower