salaryAkron is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Newport News to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,356
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$75,100
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$260,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,634
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$146
👥 People living there
189,247
184,216
Commute to work
22.2 min
23.1 min
College degree
23.6%
30.6%
Own their home
50.7%
48.2%
Below poverty line
23.3%
14.5%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Newport News for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Newport News | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $129,090 | +22% in Newport News |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $59,690 | -20% in Newport News |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $62,350 | -19% in Newport News |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $63,380 | -19% in Newport News |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $98,890 | +19% in Newport News |
| Truck Driver | $60,210 | $50,460 | -16% in Newport News |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,420 | $38,150 | -16% in Newport News |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $51,500 | -16% in Newport News |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Newport News cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,538 in Newport News.
What salary do I need in Newport News to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $62,937 a year gives the same standard of living in Newport News.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Newport News?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $75,100 in Newport News, 31% more in Newport News.