Richmond, Virginia vs. Stony Brook, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stony Brook, New York is 43.6% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $57,440 in Stony Brook, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stony Brook, New York is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Stony Brook
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Stony Brook, NY
Compared to Richmond, Stony Brook is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.6% 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
  8.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.8% higher
  Commute
  27.1% higher
  Health
  26.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher