Muscatine, Iowa vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 28.0% more expensive than Muscatine, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $97,252 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Muscatine, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Muscatine, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
99% more expensive in Richmond
than in Muscatine, Iowa
Muscatine, IA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Muscatine, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.0% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  34.2% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher

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