Alexandria, Virginia vs. Newport News, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport News, Virginia is 34.9% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $65,075 in Newport News, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport News, Virginia is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Newport News
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Newport News, VA
Compared to Alexandria, Newport News is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  14.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  0.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower