Newport News, Virginia vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 5.3% more expensive than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $52,629 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Newport News, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Richmond
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Newport News, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  13.9% lower
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher