Rolling Meadows, Illinois vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 5.7% cheaper than Rolling Meadows, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,869 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rolling Meadows, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Rolling Meadows, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% cheaper in Richmond
than in Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Rolling Meadows, IL vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Rolling Meadows, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% lower
      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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  30.1% lower
  Health
  12.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower