San Marcos, California vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 38.2% cheaper than San Marcos, California.

You would need a salary of $61,840 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in San Marcos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than San Marcos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Richmond
than in San Marcos, California
San Marcos, CA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to San Marcos, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.2% 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  32.1% lower
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower