United States
Cost of Living in Richmond, VA
Monthly Total
$3,329
$58,258
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,487
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$61
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,487
$26,023
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$316
$5,530
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$201
$3,518
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$276
$4,830
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$326
$5,705
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$345
$6,038
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$78
$1,365
Monthly Total
$3,329
$58,258
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