Richmond, Virginia vs. Lewes, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lewes, Delaware is 21.7% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $45,656 in Lewes, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lewes, Delaware is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
108% more expensive in Lewes
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Lewes, DE
Compared to Richmond, Lewes is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  14.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower