salaryNorfolk is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Norfolk to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,651
$1,628
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,322
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$71,299
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$289,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$2,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$147
👥 People living there
288,976
233,596
Commute to work
18.8 min
23 min
College degree
38.7%
33.5%
Own their home
63.9%
46.3%
Below poverty line
8.9%
16.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Norfolk for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $39,020 | +50% in Norfolk |
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $59,690 | -48% in Norfolk |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $61,870 | -34% in Norfolk |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $59,470 | -31% in Norfolk |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $51,500 | -29% in Norfolk |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $98,890 | -26% in Norfolk |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $62,350 | -24% in Norfolk |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $129,090 | +24% in Norfolk |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Norfolk cheaper to live in?
Norfolk is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,628 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Norfolk to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $55,743 a year gives the same standard of living in Norfolk.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Norfolk?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $71,299 in Norfolk, 56% more in Anchorage.