Houston, Texas vs. Newport News, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport News, Virginia is 4.4% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $114,723 in Newport News, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport News, Virginia is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
18% cheaper in Newport News
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Newport News, VA
Compared to Houston, Newport News is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  18.5% lower
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower