Richmond, Virginia vs. Charleston, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, West Virginia is 15.8% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $42,092 in Charleston, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, West Virginia is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Charleston
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Charleston, WV
Compared to Richmond, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  4.2% higher
  Health
  37.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% lower