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Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs Santa Monica, California

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 182.9% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $198,054 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
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• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
406% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Richmond, Santa Monica is:
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  182.9% higher
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  13.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  692.6% higher
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  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  85.4% higher
  Health
  9.1% lower
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  Personal
  1.4% lower
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