Richmond, Virginia vs. St. Paul, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in St. Paul, Minnesota is 2.6% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $87,211 in St. Paul, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Paul, Minnesota is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% more expensive in St. Paul
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. St. Paul, MN
Compared to Richmond, St. Paul is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  31.3% higher
  Health
  23.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher