Richmond, Virginia vs. Gary, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gary, Indiana is 24.1% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $37,929 in Gary, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gary, Indiana is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Gary
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Gary, IN
Compared to Richmond, Gary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  13.4% higher
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower