Los Angeles, California vs. Richmond, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Texas is 39.0% cheaper than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $45,715 in Richmond, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Texas is cheaper than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Richmond
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Richmond, TX
Compared to Los Angeles, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.0% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  28.3% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher