North Chicago, Illinois vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 22.1% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $91,582 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
128% more expensive in Richmond
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to North Chicago, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  120.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  15.3% higher
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower