Lakewood, Washington vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 19.4% cheaper than Lakewood, Washington.

You would need a salary of $60,415 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Lakewood, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Richmond
than in Lakewood, Washington
Lakewood, WA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Lakewood, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.4% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.3% higher
  Commute
  29.8% lower
  Health
  12.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% lower