Alexandria, Minnesota vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 20.0% more expensive than Alexandria, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $59,988 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Alexandria, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Richmond
than in Alexandria, Minnesota
Alexandria, MN vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Alexandria, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  42.5% higher
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher