salaryCleveland is 4% cheaperBased 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
$1,277
$1,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,356
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$75,100
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$260,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$2,634
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$146
👥 People living there
366,097
184,216
Commute to work
22.5 min
23.1 min
College degree
22.4%
30.6%
Own their home
41.7%
48.2%
Below poverty line
30.6%
14.5%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Newport News for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Newport News | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $59,690 | -26% in Newport News |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,040 | $38,150 | -17% in Newport News |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $63,380 | -17% in Newport News |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $129,090 | +16% in Newport News |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $51,500 | -15% in Newport News |
| Truck Driver | $58,970 | $50,460 | -14% in Newport News |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $62,350 | -12% in Newport News |
| Dental Hygienist | $88,990 | $98,890 | +11% in Newport News |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Newport News cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,538 in Newport News.
What salary do I need in Newport News to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $62,567 a year gives the same standard of living in Newport News.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Newport News?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $75,100 in Newport News, 41% more in Newport News.
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