Poughkeepsie, New York vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 6.2% cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York.

You would need a salary of $124,696 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
29% cheaper in Richmond
than in Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie, NY vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Poughkeepsie, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.5% lower
  Commute
  22.0% lower
  Health
  21.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower