salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Newport News to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,397
$1,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,356
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$75,100
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$260,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$2,634
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$146
👥 People living there
276,854
184,216
Commute to work
19.9 min
23.1 min
College degree
31.2%
30.6%
Own their home
43%
48.2%
Below poverty line
26%
14.5%
Unemployment
7.3%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Newport News for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Buffalo | Newport News | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $80,950 | $59,690 | -26% in Newport News |
| Firefighter | $74,470 | $56,940 | -24% in Newport News |
| Electrician | $77,930 | $62,350 | -20% in Newport News |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $98,890 | +20% in Newport News |
| Carpenter | $63,500 | $51,500 | -19% in Newport News |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,490 | $63,380 | -17% in Newport News |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,580 | $39,020 | -16% in Newport News |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,520 | $38,150 | -16% in Newport News |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Newport News cheaper to live in?
Buffalo and Newport News cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Newport News to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $61,313 a year gives the same standard of living in Newport News.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Newport News?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $75,100 in Newport News, 28% more in Newport News.