Richmond, Virginia vs. Gaston, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gaston, South Carolina is 13.1% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $43,444 in Gaston, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gaston, South Carolina is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Gaston
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Gaston, SC
Compared to Richmond, Gaston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  11.0% higher
  Health
  18.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower