Chicago, Illinois vs. Rich Creek, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rich Creek, Virginia is 27.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $36,220 in Rich Creek, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rich Creek, Virginia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Rich Creek
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rich Creek, VA
Compared to Chicago, Rich Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.6% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% higher
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  36.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower