Reston, Virginia vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 30.1% cheaper than Reston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $59,451 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Reston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Reston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Richmond
than in Reston, Virginia
Reston, VA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Reston, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.1% 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
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  32.3% lower
  Health
  2.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% lower