Dubuque, Iowa vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 17.2% more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $46,878 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% more expensive in Richmond
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Dubuque, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher