Amherst, New York vs. Norfolk, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Norfolk, Virginia is 2.0% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $76,500 in Norfolk, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Norfolk, Virginia is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Miscellaneous is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Miscellaneous
13% more expensive in Norfolk
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Norfolk, VA
Compared to Amherst, Norfolk is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  11.8% lower
  Health
  0.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% higher