salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,932
$1,628
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,322
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$71,299
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$289,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$2,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$147
👥 People living there
979,539
233,596
Commute to work
23.7 min
23 min
College degree
59.6%
33.5%
Own their home
43.4%
46.3%
Below poverty line
12%
16.5%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Norfolk for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $39,020 | +43% in Norfolk |
| Police Officer | $82,290 | $59,690 | -27% in Norfolk |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $100,340 | -15% in Norfolk |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $29,320 | -14% in Norfolk |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,460 | $69,560 | -14% in Norfolk |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $133,380 | -13% in Norfolk |
| Customer Service Representative | $43,720 | $38,150 | -13% in Norfolk |
| Truck Driver | $57,110 | $50,460 | -12% in Norfolk |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Norfolk cheaper to live in?
Austin and Norfolk cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Norfolk to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $59,924 a year gives the same standard of living in Norfolk.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Norfolk?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $71,299 in Norfolk, 42% more in Austin.