Mobile, Alabama vs. Newport News, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport News, Virginia is 10.1% more expensive than Mobile, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $73,789 in Newport News, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Mobile, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport News, Virginia is more expensive than Mobile, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Newport News
than in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile, AL vs. Newport News, VA
Compared to Mobile, Newport News is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  8.7% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher