Houston, Texas vs. Virginia Beach, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Virginia Beach, Virginia is 8.2% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $97,351 in Virginia Beach, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Virginia Beach, Virginia is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Virginia Beach
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Virginia Beach, VA
Compared to Houston, Virginia Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% higher
      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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  17.6% lower
  Health
  10.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher