Boston, Massachusetts vs. Newport News, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport News, Virginia is 40.5% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $56,542 in Newport News, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport News, Virginia is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Newport News
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Newport News, VA
Compared to Boston, Newport News is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.5% 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
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  26.4% lower
  Health
  13.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.3% lower