Washington, District of Columbia vs. Newport News, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport News, Virginia is 39.4% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $63,655 in Newport News, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport News, Virginia is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Newport News
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Newport News, VA
Compared to Washington, Newport News is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.4% 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
  15.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  28.3% lower
  Health
  6.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower