Richmond, Virginia vs. Lancaster, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lancaster, New York is 8.2% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $36,712 in Lancaster, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lancaster, New York is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Lancaster
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Lancaster, NY
Compared to Richmond, Lancaster is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  15.4% higher
  Health
  6.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower