Richmond, Virginia vs. Joliet, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Joliet, Illinois is 12.5% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,508 in Joliet, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Joliet, Illinois is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Joliet
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Joliet, IL
Compared to Richmond, Joliet is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  3.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% lower