Long Beach, California vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 39.6% cheaper than Long Beach, California.

You would need a salary of $54,362 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Long Beach, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Long Beach, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Richmond
than in Long Beach, California
Long Beach, CA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Long Beach, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.6% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  47.1% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher