Richmond, Virginia vs. Macon, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Macon, Georgia is 20.3% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $39,854 in Macon, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Macon, Georgia is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Macon
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Macon, GA
Compared to Richmond, Macon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.3% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% lower