Richmond, Virginia vs. Royal Oak, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Oak, Michigan is 5.7% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $42,289 in Royal Oak, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Oak, Michigan is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% more expensive in Royal Oak
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Royal Oak, MI
Compared to Richmond, Royal Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  36.4% higher
  Health
  19.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher