Richmond, Virginia vs. Dahlgren, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dahlgren, Virginia is 5.6% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $47,190 in Dahlgren, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dahlgren, Virginia is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
6% cheaper in Dahlgren
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Dahlgren, VA
Compared to Richmond, Dahlgren is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  7.8% higher
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower