Richmond, Virginia vs. Shelton, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Shelton, Connecticut is 33.8% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $46,837 in Shelton, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Shelton, Connecticut 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 Shelton
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Shelton, CT
Compared to Richmond, Shelton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.8% 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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.8% higher
  Commute
  51.6% higher
  Health
  27.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.6% higher