Newport News, Virginia vs. Smithfield, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Smithfield, North Carolina is 6.4% cheaper than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $46,824 in Smithfield, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Smithfield, North Carolina is cheaper than Newport News, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% cheaper in Smithfield
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. Smithfield, NC
Compared to Newport News, Smithfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  26.5% lower
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher

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