salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,347
$1,924
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$100,266
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$382,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$3,061
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$161
👥 People living there
638,530
456,349
Commute to work
24.8 min
23.4 min
College degree
18.1%
40.9%
Own their home
50.3%
65.1%
Below poverty line
32.7%
8.6%
Unemployment
14%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit 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 | Detroit | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $86,370 | $61,870 | -28% in Virginia Beach |
| Electrician | $81,990 | $62,350 | -24% in Virginia Beach |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $59,690 | -24% in Virginia Beach |
| Carpenter | $65,810 | $51,500 | -22% in Virginia Beach |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $98,890 | +17% in Virginia Beach |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,730 | $38,150 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Truck Driver | $59,120 | $50,460 | -15% in Virginia Beach |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,130 | $30,820 | -12% in Virginia Beach |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Virginia Beach cheaper to live in?
Detroit and Virginia Beach cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Virginia Beach to match $60,000 in Detroit?
About $58,590 a year gives the same standard of living in Virginia Beach.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Virginia Beach?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $100,266 in Virginia Beach, 57% more in Virginia Beach.
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