salaryVirginia Beach is 7% 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
$2,087
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$161
👥 People living there
394,432
456,349
Commute to work
28.6 min
23.4 min
College degree
33.6%
40.9%
Own their home
62.4%
65.1%
Below poverty line
11.9%
8.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Virginia Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $59,690 | -41% in Virginia Beach |
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $56,940 | -35% in Virginia Beach |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $69,560 | -30% in Virginia Beach |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $100,340 | -30% in Virginia Beach |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $133,380 | -25% in Virginia Beach |
| Cashier | $37,620 | $29,320 | -22% in Virginia Beach |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,590 | $38,150 | -21% in Virginia Beach |
| Truck Driver | $63,900 | $50,460 | -21% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Virginia Beach is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,924 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,553 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 5% more in Virginia Beach.