City vs city
Chester, VA vs Richmond, VA
| Chester | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,519 | 227,595 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 2.0% | 0.2% |
| Median home value | $290,600 | $328,100 |
| Median rent | $1,463 | $1,314 |
| Household income | $88,455 | $62,671 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% | 6.0% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 21% | 26% |
| State crime /100k | 1,604 | 1,604 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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