Cost Index: 98 · Below Average

Cost of Living in Richmond

Median income in Richmond is $47,000/year ($3,917/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.

Average Rent in Richmond

$1,000

Studio

$1,250

1 Bedroom

$1,500

2 Bedrooms

Monthly Budget Breakdown: $3,917/month

How to allocate the median Richmond income of $47,000/year after taxes.

Housing

$1,250

32%

Food & Groceries

$390

10%

Transportation

$320

8%

Utilities

$175

4%

Healthcare

$195

5%

Entertainment

$235

6%

Personal & Other

$195

5%

Savings

$1,157

30%

Total

$3,917

100%

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Needs
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Wants
$1,17530%
Savings
$78320%
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Affordable Neighborhoods in Richmond

1

The Fan and Museum District have walkable character near VCU

2

Church Hill is historic and gentrifying with moderate rents

3

Scott's Addition has been transformed into a brewery and restaurant hub

Money-Saving Tips for Richmond

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GRTC Pulse rapid transit ($1.75/ride) connects major corridors affordably

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The James River Park System offers free outdoor recreation year-round

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Shop at Wegmans, Aldi, and local farmers markets for competitive grocery prices

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