Akron, Ohio vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 39.5% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $61,370 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
208% more expensive in Richmond
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Akron, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.5% higher
      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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  221.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% higher