Renton, Washington vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 33.5% cheaper than Renton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $76,428 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Renton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Renton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Richmond
than in Renton, Washington
Renton, WA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Renton, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.5% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.4% higher
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% lower