salaryVirginia Beach is 6% 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
$1,619
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$161
👥 People living there
573,243
456,349
Commute to work
29.1 min
23.4 min
College degree
36.1%
40.9%
Own their home
47.5%
65.1%
Below poverty line
19.7%
8.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore 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 | Baltimore | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $56,940 | -23% in Virginia Beach |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $59,690 | -22% in Virginia Beach |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | $51,500 | -17% in Virginia Beach |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,400 | $63,380 | -17% in Virginia Beach |
| Truck Driver | $59,460 | $50,460 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $98,890 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $100,340 | -14% in Virginia Beach |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $64,370 | -14% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Virginia Beach is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,924 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $56,241 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 33% more in Virginia Beach.
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