Smithtown, New York vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 31.6% cheaper than Smithtown, New York.

You would need a salary of $86,928 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Smithtown, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Smithtown, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in Richmond
than in Smithtown, New York
Smithtown, NY vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Smithtown, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.8% lower
  Commute
  27.7% lower
  Health
  20.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower