salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,932
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$161
👥 People living there
979,539
456,349
Commute to work
23.7 min
23.4 min
College degree
59.6%
40.9%
Own their home
43.4%
65.1%
Below poverty line
12%
8.6%
Unemployment
4.7%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Virginia Beach for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,260 | $39,020 | +43% in Virginia Beach |
| Police Officer | $82,290 | $59,690 | -27% in Virginia Beach |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $100,340 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $29,320 | -14% in Virginia Beach |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,460 | $69,560 | -14% in Virginia Beach |
| Lawyer | $153,330 | $133,380 | -13% in Virginia Beach |
| Customer Service Representative | $43,720 | $38,150 | -13% in Virginia Beach |
| Truck Driver | $57,110 | $50,460 | -12% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Austin and Virginia Beach cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $59,924 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 1% more in Austin.