Iowa City, Iowa vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 10.2% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $165,266 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Richmond
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Iowa City, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.2% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  21.9% higher
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher