Seaside, California vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 33.4% cheaper than Seaside, California.

You would need a salary of $33,299 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Seaside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Seaside, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Richmond
than in Seaside, California
Seaside, CA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Seaside, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.4% 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
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% higher
  Commute
  15.3% lower
  Health
  31.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher