Portsmouth, Virginia vs. Newark, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, Delaware is 14.4% more expensive than Portsmouth, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $85,773 in Newark, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, Delaware is more expensive than Portsmouth, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Newark
than in Portsmouth, Virginia
Portsmouth, VA vs. Newark, DE
Compared to Portsmouth, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% higher
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher