Head to head
Richmond, VA vs St. Petersburg, FL
Richmond is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $308/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $1,500 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Richmond70 | St. Petersburg72 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,723 | $4,031 |
| Salary for comfort | $69,000/yr | $70,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,440 | $1,760 |
| Median home value | $340,000 | $380,000 |
| Median household income | $62,000 | $69,000 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Housing score | 39 | 32 |
| Jobs score | 72 | 84 |
| Safety score | 54 | 60 |
| Climate score | 100 | 100 |
| Amenities score | 53 | 52 |
| Population | 230K | 260K |
| Summer high / winter low | 90° / 30° | 90° / 55° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Richmond, VA
St. Petersburg, FL