New York, New York vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 43.0% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $34,199 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Richmond
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to New York, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.0% 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
  16.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.3% lower
  Commute
  53.9% lower
  Health
  22.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% lower