Wilmington, Delaware vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 3.2% cheaper than Wilmington, Delaware.

You would need a salary of $338,721 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Wilmington, Delaware.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Wilmington, Delaware
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
13% cheaper in Richmond
than in Wilmington, Delaware
Wilmington, DE vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Wilmington, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.4% lower
  Commute
  12.9% lower
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower