Richmond, Virginia vs. Troy, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Troy, Michigan is 15.8% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $85,704 in Troy, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Troy, Michigan is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Troy
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Troy, MI
Compared to Richmond, Troy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  41.6% higher
  Health
  19.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher