Newport, Kentucky vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 12.8% more expensive than Newport, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $56,397 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Newport, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Richmond
than in Newport, Kentucky
Newport, KY vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Newport, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  89.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  7.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher