salaryCleveland is 4% 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
$1,277
$1,644
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,520
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$69,657
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$353,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$3,150
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$141
👥 People living there
366,097
229,359
Commute to work
22.5 min
21.7 min
College degree
22.4%
45.6%
Own their home
41.7%
43.5%
Below poverty line
30.6%
18.2%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Richmond for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Richmond | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $62,720 | -22% in Richmond |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $61,290 | -20% in Richmond |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $132,120 | +19% in Richmond |
| Dental Hygienist | $88,990 | $104,250 | +17% in Richmond |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $51,870 | -14% in Richmond |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $81,660 | +14% in Richmond |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $61,350 | -13% in Richmond |
| Registered Nurse | $83,940 | $93,580 | +11% in Richmond |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Richmond cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,644 in Richmond.
What salary do I need in Richmond to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $62,514 a year gives the same standard of living in Richmond.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Richmond?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $69,657 in Richmond, 37% more in Richmond.