Richmond, Virginia vs. Sandy Springs, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sandy Springs, Georgia is 39.2% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $175,430 in Sandy Springs, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandy Springs, Georgia is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Sandy Springs
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Sandy Springs, GA
Compared to Richmond, Sandy Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.2% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  127.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  42.0% higher
  Health
  0.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower