Albany, Georgia vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 30.0% more expensive than Albany, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $51,366 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Albany, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
171% more expensive in Richmond
than in Albany, Georgia
Albany, GA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Albany, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.0% 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
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  128.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% lower
  Commute
  9.0% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% higher