Richmond, Virginia vs. Columbia, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, South Carolina is 12.1% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $35,172 in Columbia, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, South Carolina is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Columbia
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Columbia, SC
Compared to Richmond, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  8.5% lower
  Health
  16.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower