salaryVirginia Beach is 10% 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
$2,666
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$161
👥 People living there
236,254
456,349
Commute to work
26.2 min
23.4 min
College degree
77.1%
40.9%
Own their home
41.3%
65.1%
Below poverty line
7.4%
8.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Virginia Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $100,340 | -36% in Virginia Beach |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $133,380 | -32% in Virginia Beach |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $59,690 | -29% in Virginia Beach |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $79,450 | -22% in Virginia Beach |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $63,380 | -20% in Virginia Beach |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $69,560 | -20% in Virginia Beach |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $103,760 | -18% in Virginia Beach |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $62,350 | -18% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Virginia Beach is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,924 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,970 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 53% more in Arlington.
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