salaryVirginia Beach is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Virginia Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$161
👥 People living there
397,742
456,349
Commute to work
26.6 min
23.4 min
College degree
32.6%
40.9%
Own their home
54.3%
65.1%
Below poverty line
12.9%
8.6%
Unemployment
5.7%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Virginia Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $39,020 | +62% in Virginia Beach |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $59,690 | -36% in Virginia Beach |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $133,380 | -21% in Virginia Beach |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,760 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $50,460 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | $38,150 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $56,940 | -12% in Virginia Beach |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $89,450 | -12% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Virginia Beach is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,924 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $57,003 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 19% more in Virginia Beach.
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