Richmond, Virginia vs. Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Indiana is 17.4% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $61,967 in Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Lafayette
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Lafayette, IN
Compared to Richmond, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  14.0% lower
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower