Newport News, Virginia vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 197.8% more expensive than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $208,467 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Newport News, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
544% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Newport News, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  197.8% 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
  15.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  837.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.8% lower
  Commute
  59.6% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher