Newport News, Virginia vs. Menlo Park, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Menlo Park, California is 288.9% more expensive than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $194,469 in Menlo Park, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Menlo Park, California is more expensive than Newport News, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
863% more expensive in Menlo Park
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. Menlo Park, CA
Compared to Newport News, Menlo Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  288.9% 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
  26.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,154.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  42.6% higher
  Health
  15.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.6% higher