Richmond, Virginia vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 50.5% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $157,992 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
106% more expensive in Renton
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Richmond, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.5% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  113.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.2% lower
  Commute
  71.1% higher
  Health
  11.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher