Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs South Boston, Virginia


The cost of living in South Boston, Virginia is 25.4% cheaper than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $55,963 in South Boston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Boston, Virginia is cheaper than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in South Boston
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs South Boston, VA
Compared to Richmond, South Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.4% lower
      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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  2.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% lower

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