Richmond, Virginia vs. Ayer, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ayer, Massachusetts is 26.4% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $63,215 in Ayer, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ayer, Massachusetts is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Ayer
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Ayer, MA
Compared to Richmond, Ayer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  32.5% higher
  Health
  9.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.6% higher