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
$1,881
$1,628
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,322
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$71,299
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$289,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$2,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$147
👥 People living there
903,844
233,596
Commute to work
24.7 min
23 min
College degree
48%
33.5%
Own their home
51%
46.3%
Below poverty line
11.7%
16.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte 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 | Charlotte | Norfolk | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $56,940 | +47% in Norfolk |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | $69,560 | -16% in Norfolk |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,980 | $38,150 | -15% in Norfolk |
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $133,380 | -15% in Norfolk |
| Accountant | $92,910 | $79,450 | -14% in Norfolk |
| Operations Manager | $112,730 | $100,340 | -11% in Norfolk |
| Truck Driver | $56,120 | $50,460 | -10% in Norfolk |
| Pharmacist | $150,580 | $136,280 | -9% in Norfolk |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Norfolk cheaper to live in?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
About $60,365 a year gives the same standard of living in Norfolk.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Norfolk?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $71,299 in Norfolk, 24% more in Charlotte.