Memphis, Tennessee vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 24.0% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $179,800 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Richmond
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Memphis, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.0% 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
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  149.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  11.6% lower
  Health
  2.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.6% higher