Virginia Beach, Virginia vs. Independence, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, California is 7.3% cheaper than Virginia Beach, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $46,370 in Independence, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, California is cheaper than Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Independence
than in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA vs. Independence, CA
Compared to Virginia Beach, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.4% higher
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  31.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher