Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs Melissa, Texas


The cost of living in Melissa, Texas is 10.1% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $82,570 in Melissa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melissa, Texas is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Melissa
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs Melissa, TX
Compared to Richmond, Melissa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% higher
      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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  11.4% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower

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