Richmond, Virginia vs. Happy Valley, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Happy Valley, Alaska is 8.1% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $47,571 in Happy Valley, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Happy Valley, Alaska is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% more expensive in Happy Valley
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Happy Valley, AK
Compared to Richmond, Happy Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  23.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% higher
  Commute
  16.2% higher
  Health
  30.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% higher