Akron, Ohio vs. Portsmouth, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portsmouth, Virginia is 31.3% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $65,675 in Portsmouth, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portsmouth, Virginia is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
116% more expensive in Portsmouth
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Portsmouth, VA
Compared to Akron, Portsmouth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  130.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  23.3% higher
  Health
  18.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher