salaryRichmond is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Richmond to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,644
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,520
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$69,657
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$353,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,150
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$141
👥 People living there
236,254
229,359
Commute to work
26.2 min
21.7 min
College degree
77.1%
45.6%
Own their home
41.3%
43.5%
Below poverty line
7.4%
18.2%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Richmond for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Richmond | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $108,670 | -31% in Richmond |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $144,910 | -26% in Richmond |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $62,720 | -25% in Richmond |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $61,290 | -23% in Richmond |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $61,350 | -19% in Richmond |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $59,130 | -18% in Richmond |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $84,220 | -18% in Richmond |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $105,190 | -17% in Richmond |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Richmond cheaper to live in?
Richmond is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,644 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Richmond to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,924 a year gives the same standard of living in Richmond.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Richmond?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $69,657 in Richmond, 120% more in Arlington.