Richlands, Virginia vs. Athens, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Tennessee is 10.5% more expensive than Richlands, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,268 in Athens, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Richlands, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Tennessee is more expensive than Richlands, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Athens
than in Richlands, Virginia
Richlands, VA vs. Athens, TN
Compared to Richlands, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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)
  72.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  5.8% lower
  Health
  6.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower