Wichita, Kansas vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 17.8% more expensive than Wichita, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $60,062 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Wichita, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Wichita, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Richmond
than in Wichita, Kansas
Wichita, KS vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Wichita, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher