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STERLING vs. RICHMOND
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Sterling, Virginia vs. Richmond, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is
27.5%
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$0
in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Richmond
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Sterling, Richmond is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
50.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.3% higher
Commute
29.6% lower
Health
2.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.8% lower
Cost of Food
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