Washington, District of Columbia vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 36.2% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $91,250 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Richmond
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Washington, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  38.3% lower
  Health
  3.9% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% lower
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