Richmond, Virginia vs. Rutherford, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rutherford, New Jersey is 48.6% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $74,298 in Rutherford, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rutherford, New Jersey is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Rutherford
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Rutherford, NJ
Compared to Richmond, Rutherford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.6% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  128.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.1% higher
  Commute
  73.3% higher
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher