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
$1,284
$1,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,170
$1,356
💵 Families earn per year
$58,491
$75,100
🔑 Buying a house
$184,000
$260,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
97.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,668
$2,634
⚡ Electric bill per month
$156
$146
👥 People living there
566,973
184,216
Commute to work
22.4 min
23.1 min
College degree
27.4%
30.6%
Own their home
41.8%
48.2%
Below poverty line
22.8%
14.5%
Unemployment
6.2%
5.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Milwaukee 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 | Milwaukee | Newport News | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,330 | $39,020 | +29% in Newport News |
| Police Officer | $82,090 | $59,690 | -27% in Newport News |
| Plumber | $84,700 | $61,870 | -27% in Newport News |
| Customer Service Representative | $47,840 | $38,150 | -20% in Newport News |
| Operations Manager | $125,490 | $100,340 | -20% in Newport News |
| Electrician | $77,800 | $62,350 | -20% in Newport News |
| Carpenter | $63,910 | $51,500 | -19% in Newport News |
| Truck Driver | $59,580 | $50,460 | -15% in Newport News |
Frequently asked questions
Is Milwaukee or Newport News cheaper to live in?
Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
About $60,621 a year gives the same standard of living in Newport News.
Where do people earn more, Milwaukee or Newport News?
The typical household earns $58,491 in Milwaukee and $75,100 in Newport News, 22% more in Newport News.
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