Richmond, Virginia vs. Arvada, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arvada, Colorado is 37.0% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $112,377 in Arvada, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arvada, Colorado is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Arvada
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Arvada, CO
Compared to Richmond, Arvada is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.0% higher
      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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  40.4% higher
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher