Richmond, Virginia vs. Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California is 187.6% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $143,809 in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
485% more expensive in Carmel-by-the-Sea
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Carmel By The Sea, CA
Compared to Richmond, Carmel By The Sea is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  187.6% 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
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  571.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  24.2% higher
  Health
  44.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower