salaryColumbus is 3% 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
$1,611
$1,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$1,356
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$75,100
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$260,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$2,634
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$146
👥 People living there
914,802
184,216
Commute to work
21.5 min
23.1 min
College degree
38.2%
30.6%
Own their home
44.1%
48.2%
Below poverty line
18.1%
14.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Newport News for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Newport News | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $100,890 | $59,690 | -41% in Newport News |
| Carpenter | $66,480 | $51,500 | -23% in Newport News |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,150 | $63,380 | -19% in Newport News |
| Truck Driver | $61,720 | $50,460 | -18% in Newport News |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,350 | $38,150 | -18% in Newport News |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,010 | $69,560 | -10% in Newport News |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,970 | $38,990 | -9% in Newport News |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,780 | $30,820 | -9% in Newport News |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Newport News cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,611 a month there versus $1,538 in Newport News.
What salary do I need in Newport News to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $61,554 a year gives the same standard of living in Newport News.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Newport News?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $75,100 in Newport News, 5% more in Newport News.