Richmond, Virginia vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 28.3% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $7,170 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Akron
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Richmond, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.3% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  3.8% lower
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% lower