Washington, District of Columbia vs. Richmond, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Kentucky is 43.6% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $39,509 in Richmond, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Kentucky is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Richmond
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Richmond, KY
Compared to Washington, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.6% 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
  14.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  45.8% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% lower