Richmond, Virginia vs. East Lansing, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in East Lansing, Michigan is 6.1% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $46,930 in East Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Lansing, Michigan is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in East Lansing
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. East Lansing, MI
Compared to Richmond, East Lansing is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  4.7% higher
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% lower