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CHICAGO vs. RICHMOND
Cost of Living Comparison
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Richmond, Virginia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is
10.5%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$170,870
in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% cheaper in Richmond
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Chicago, Richmond is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
6.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.6% higher
Commute
39.7% lower
Health
12.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.8% lower
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