Chatham, Massachusetts vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 42.5% cheaper than Chatham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $28,738 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chatham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Chatham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Richmond
than in Chatham, Massachusetts
Chatham, MA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Chatham, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.5% 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
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.0% lower
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  6.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower