San Rafael, California vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 55.8% cheaper than San Rafael, California.

You would need a salary of $39,342 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Rafael, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than San Rafael, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Richmond
than in San Rafael, California
San Rafael, CA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to San Rafael, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.8% 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
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  29.7% lower
  Health
  9.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.1% lower