Elkton, Maryland vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 4.3% cheaper than Elkton, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $114,861 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkton, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Elkton, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
22% cheaper in Richmond
than in Elkton, Maryland
Elkton, MD vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Elkton, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  22.1% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher