Richmond, Virginia vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 59.6% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,869 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
100% more expensive in Boston
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Richmond, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.6% 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
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  181.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.1% higher
  Commute
  57.8% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.5% higher