Dedham, Massachusetts vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 33.6% cheaper than Dedham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $33,184 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Dedham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Dedham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Richmond
than in Dedham, Massachusetts
Dedham, MA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Dedham, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.6% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.1% lower
  Commute
  34.3% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower