Richmond, Virginia vs. Houma, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houma, Louisiana is 8.7% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $45,630 in Houma, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houma, Louisiana is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Houma
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Houma, LA
Compared to Richmond, Houma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  14.6% higher
  Health
  20.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower