Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs Bethel, Alaska


The cost of living in Bethel, Alaska is 58.8% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $119,095 in Bethel, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethel, Alaska is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Bethel
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs Bethel, AK
Compared to Richmond, Bethel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  58.8% 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
  121.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  142.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  148.9% higher
  Commute
  15.1% lower
  Health
  25.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher

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