Richmond, Virginia vs. Bristol, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bristol, Virginia is 19.5% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $26,579 in Bristol, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bristol, Virginia is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Bristol
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Bristol, VA
Compared to Richmond, Bristol is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.5% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  2.4% lower
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower